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Raccoon Creek County Park


category : Nature Preserves
Situated in the foothills of Southeastern Ohio, Raccoon Creek County Park is bordered on the north by Raccoon Creek, the stream formerly called "Etha Petha," the Shawnee word for raccoon. To the south lie hills and upland fields adjacent to the historic Popular Knob. The park showcases 700 acres of both natural areas and recreation facilities that afford visitors many and varied leisure experiences year round.

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Admission: Free
Hours: Park is open daily from daylight to dark
Address: 18 Locust Street
Phone: 740-379-2711
Our Email: pcovey@gallianet.net
Our Website:www.visitgallia.com

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