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Malabar Farm State Park

4050 Bromfield Road
Lucas, OH 44843 United States Get Directions
419-892-2784
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Resting on nearly 1000 acres, Malabar Farm is Located in the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Plateau in Lucas, Ohio, and was the home of legendary Author and Conservationist, Louis Bromfield.
Located in the Pleasant Valley of Richland County, Malabar Farm State Park is representative of the diversity of the glaciated Appalachian Plateau region and was the dream of legendary Author, Pulitzer Prize-Winner and Conservationist, Louis Bromfield. Today, visitors can tour the Big House and working Farm which operates as it did in Bromfield's time. The outbuildings and pastures still house a variety of farm animals and the rolling hills are ribboned with strips of corn, wheat, oats and hay while the scenic trails are adorned with nature's bounty.
Day Rentals:
Pugh Cabin (Up to 50 People)
Main Barn (Up to 250 People)
Big House Wedding (Up to 25 People, 1 hr limit)
Outside Wedding (75+)
Visitor Center Conference Room  (Up to 25 People)
Picnic Shelter (Up to 50 People)
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Event Series Ghost Hikes

Ghost Hikes

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

Offered Sundays in October these 2-hour walks will tell haunting tales of the valley’s early immigrants, Native American folklore, the supernatural, mythological and more. Recommended for Adults Preregistration required by calling 419-892-2784

Fall Hike for Health

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

Enjoy a day viewing the fall sites at Malabar. Meet at the Visitor Center for maps and refreshments. This event is sponsored by the Richland County Health Department. Free Event, for information call 419-774-4761.

Event Series Ghost Hikes

Ghost Hikes

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

Offered Sundays in October these 2-hour walks will tell haunting tales of the valley’s early immigrants, Native American folklore, the supernatural, mythological and more. Recommended for Adults Preregistration required by calling 419-892-2784

Fall Color Hike

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

Take a naturalist lead hike around the farm, learning about color change in tree leaves and some history of the farm

Event Series Nature Doodling

Nature Doodling

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

Back this year with four seasons available to create cool designs using line doodles inspired by nature.Free. Preregistration required. 419-892-2784

Event Series Ghost Hikes

Ghost Hikes

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

Offered Sundays in October these 2-hour walks will tell haunting tales of the valley’s early immigrants, Native American folklore, the supernatural, mythological and more. Recommended for Adults Preregistration required by calling 419-892-2784

Event Series Barn Dance

Barn Dance

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

In the Main Barn, continuing a Bromfield tradition, Beginners to square dancing welcome. Square and line dancing with music provided by the Back Porch Swing Band. All welcome. Free.

Event Series Ghost Hikes

Ghost Hikes

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

Offered Sundays in October these 2-hour walks will tell haunting tales of the valley’s early immigrants, Native American folklore, the supernatural, mythological and more. Recommended for Adults Preregistration required by calling 419-892-2784

Christmas tree in between staircases at Malabar Farm Big House.
Event Series Candlelight House Tours

Candlelight House Tours

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

Tour Louis Bromfield’s Big House all decked out for the holiday! Enjoy freshly baked cookies and hot cider; you may even see Santa Claus himself! Buy tickets at the Gift Shop.

Christmas tree in between staircases at Malabar Farm Big House.
Event Series Candlelight House Tours

Candlelight House Tours

Malabar Farm State Park 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH

Tour Louis Bromfield’s Big House all decked out for the holiday! Enjoy freshly baked cookies and hot cider; you may even see Santa Claus himself! Buy tickets at the Gift Shop.