• Chris Wilson recently formed Hilltop Trails volunteer group to work on mowing and weeding of paved paths at the former Hilltop Golf Course on Oho 83. It closed in 2016.
• The area has been home to the Coshocton Indian Mud Run adult obstacle course and a new disc golf course is being constructed.
• Wilson hopes the trails can be used by walkers, runners, local cross country teams, bird watchers and more.
• Short term goals are to get the paths ready for a 5K and 10K for the Apple Butter Stirrin’ Festival and fall and winter walking.

COSHOCTON − A new organization has formed with the goal of revitalizing walking paths at the former Hilltop Golf Course, owned by Lake Park.

Chris Wilson of the Hilltop Trails group said the paved paths have been dormant for years and are underneath several years of natural overgrowth of vegetation. He said they want to clean-up the area and create a walking path system on the scenic hill as a viable destination for outdoor fun and exploration for the community.

Currently, volunteers are being sought to help with the clearing of vegetation and mowing. Wilson said he plans to work on the site one or two days a week with the larger group coming together about once a month. He said they’ve cleared about three-quarters of a mile as proof of concept to the Lake Park board to show them what could be possible.