About This Experience
Located just minutes off I-75 near Dayton International Airport, Aullwood Audubon is a 200-acre nature sanctuary and educational sustainable farm. Walk 8 miles of scenic trails through prairies, forests, and wetlands, visit heritage livestock breeds at the working farm, and explore the famous "The Troll That Hatched an Egg" giant wooden troll sculptures created by world-renowned artist Thomas Dambo.
Location & Visiting Details
Exhibits & Featured Media
Main Aullwood Nature Center pavilion set amidst forest trees.
Thomas Dambo's giant recycled wood troll sculpture along the nature trail.
Historic bank barn and livestock pastures at Aullwood Farm.
Scenic boardwalk crossing prairie grass and wetland habitats.
Live raptor and bird of prey rehabilitation exhibit.
Historic Maple Sugarhouse used for seasonal syrup tapping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are dogs permitted on the trails or farm? ↓
Pets are not permitted in the sanctuary or farm to protect native wildlife and livestock (service animals accepted).
How long is the hike to see all the giant Thomas Dambo trolls? ↓
The troll trail loop is approximately 1.5 to 2 miles round-trip over flat, well-maintained dirt and gravel paths.
Does one admission ticket cover both the Nature Center and Farm? ↓
Yes! A single daily admission wristband gives you full access to both the Nature Center trails and the Farm complex.