Short Line Hollow
Park provides
nature lovers
new walking and
hiking trails.
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hanks to a tireless group of local
volunteers, Ross Township now
has a new dog-friendly walking
and hiking trail park.
The park, named Short Line Hollow
Park, officially opened in October of
2017. The name reflects the township’s
history, including its proximity to the
former Harmony Short Line Railroad,
which once ran through the terrain.
The park was named by a Ross resident,
following a month-long community
contest sponsored by the township.
The idea for the park was conceived
in late 2016 after discussions with
Walk/Bike Ross, a township committee
founded by Ross Commissioner Jeremy
Shaffer. The all-volunteer group is
dedicated to making walking/biking
more accessible to residents.
“There is a need for better hiking,
walking, and biking areas in our
community,” says Shaffer. “I was looking
for ways that we could economically