Williams County, OH Parks

Our County Parks Board maintains some beautiful parks. Scroll down and check them out.

Williams County GIS Department

January 10, 2022

Our Parks

The Williams County Parks Board looks after 3 beautiful parks and roughly 6 miles of the Wabash Cannonball Trail . Offering places for the community to gather together or with their families.

01 / 10

Opdycke Park

Opdycke park was established in 1988. The 50 acre park was set aside from the property of the County Infirmary (County Home) in honor of retiring County Engineer Leonard Opdycke and his family, who were also public servants.

The Barn at Opdycke Park has been used for several get togethers, outdoor weddings, and is available for rent.

We've Got Disc Golf!

Recently established in 2021 and hosted it's first tournament already. Putter Partner Palooza was hosted in the Spring 2022. Check back for future tournaments.

Hidden History

A cemetery that is presumed to be used to bury indigenous people that were once housed at the neighboring county infirmary.

George Bible Park

George Bible Park was established on a portion of farm owned by an early settler of Williams County named George Bible. He moved here back when there were more Bears than settlers.

Aesthetic Bridge!

Who doesn't love to take a photo on or of a beautiful bridge?!

Goldie Newman Wildlife Area

In 1974, the Williams County Commissioners accepted 50 acres of land, willed to them by Goldie Newman, to be used as a wildlife sanctuary.

We've Got Fishing!

Bring your fishing poles! The pond you see was stocked with bass, catfish, bluegill, and white amur in 1989 for the enjoyment of whatever fisherman that finds themselves here.

Wabash Cannonball Trail

Williams County monitors only 6 of the 60 plus mile trail. Take the trail by foot, bicycle, or in some areas horseback and find the hidden items left behind by geocachers.

We've Got Amenitites!

There are numerous places to park, eat, and use the restroom along the trail.

Find Our Parks

Click a park, any park!

It is so easy to get caught up in life. Live today for what you have to do tomorrow. We forget to take a second and let life settle in. The parks in our county are the perfect place to catch your breath.

Activities

Hiking Trails
Kayaking/Canoeing
Fishing
Disc Golf
Geocaching
Picnicking
Biking
Horseback Riding

Drones are welcome, check out the view above Wabash Cannonball Trail

Volunteer

We would like to offer the opportunity for you to get involved, helping us keep the parks clean, safe, fun, and beautiful for all to enjoy. The more we do, the more we have available. Let's do it together!

How can I help?

Venues

George Bible Pavilion can be rented for just $15.00 per event. Electricity and public restrooms are also available onsite.

The barn at Opdycke can be rented for $50.00 per event. A public restroom is onsite as well.

Host an Event

Park Rules

Parks open during daylight hours only.
ALL vehicles must be parked in the designated parking areas.
ALL pets must be kept on a leash at all times in the shelter area.
NO alcohol permitted on these properties.
NO littering. Please carry out all trash.
NO camping permitted.
NO open fires except in designated areas. (Grills/Fire Rings)
NO hunting or trapping.
Fishing is permitted. ( Ohio Fishing License is required)
Reservations may be obtained by contacting the Williams County Engineers Office at 419-636-2454 between 8:00am and 4:30pm Monday through Friday.

Emergencies and suspicious activity should be reported to the local sheriff immediately.

Wabash Trail additional info

Please report all hazardous conditions to the authorities for that jurisdiction, or if unsure, contact: NORTA at 419-822-4788, or by E-MAIL at norta.email@yahoo.com

Fulton County: 419-335-4010

Henry County: 419-592-8010

Lucas County: 419-243-5111

Metroparks: 419-407-9718

Wauseon Police Contact: 419-335-3821