This natural area, located on the Sandusky State Scenic River, was originally acquired as a Scenic River area. In addition to the large wooded riverine corridor, with an excellent floodplain community containing large oaks, sycamore, ash, tulip, and cottonwoods, the area also has an impressive amount of relief.

• Large trees
• Spectacular spring wildflower display
• Facilities include a large parking area and 1.5 miles of trails.

The trail follows the ridge top and then drops dramatically over the hillside to the floodplain of the Sandusky River. These woods contain numerous large beech trees as well as a spectacular diversity of spring wildflowers including sharp-lobed hepatica, Dutchman’s breeches, squirrel-corn, three trillium species, twinleaf, white and yellow trout lily, and marsh marigold.

The display of marsh marigolds and skunk cabbage found in the floodplain is particularly striking in early May. The site is named in honor of former state budget director, Howard Collier.

Located approximately 3 miles northeast of McCutchenville at the southwestern edge of Seneca County. From McCutchenville, proceed 3 miles east on County Road 58, then .5 mile north on Township Road 131, and .25 mile east on Township Road 38.

There is a description with a map of a 1.5-mile hike at Collier State Nature Preserve on the AllTrails website.