Ohio
Ohio has long been known as a family travel destination. With its world-renowned theme parks, acclaimed zoos, interactive children’s museums and scores of unique educational stops, Ohio offers families enough activities for a lifetime of vacations.
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Alum Creek Lake Riding Trails
The Alum Creek State Park offers a bridle trail of 50 miles. The majority of the trail is north of U.S. Route 36/State Route 37 and is recommended for experienced riders. Horse rental is not available. Parking for trailers;
, OH EquestrianHirsch Fruit Farm
Hirsch Fruit Farm Market is located off of scenic State Route 772 in Chillicothe, OH. In addition to carrying seasonal items such as various fruits and vegetables, flowers, hanging baskets, gift boxes and baskets, this locally owned farm market carries
Chillicothe, OH AgricultureElks Run Golf Club
Situated on 163 acres of lush rolling hills in Batavia, Ohio, Elks Run Golf Course is a 6,833
Batavia, OH Golf CoursesClendening Lake Fishing
Fishing is permitted at the Clendening Lake Day Use Area and below the dam. Universally Accessible Facilities are provided at the Day Use Area on a seasonal basis (April - October).
, OH FishingOld Canal Smokehouse
If you're in the mood for hickory smoked barbeque then this is the place for you! The Old Canal Smokehouse is located in historic downtown Chillicothe and has everything from great ribs, chicken, prime rib and salmon to sandwiches, burgers, appetizers and desserts.
Chillicothe, OH Other AttractionsHarding Museum
A two-story Colonial house that was built near the turn of the 20th century and was home to Maj. Gen. Forrest J. Harding who served during World Wars I and II. The facility contains many of the general'
Franklin, OH MuseumsGreat Seal State Park
Great Seal State Park is located in Ross County near Chillicothe, about an hour drive south of Columbus, or north of Portsmouth. The picture-perfect landscape of rolling hills and trees was the model for the historic Great Seal of the State of Ohio and is a modern-day dream for hikers.
Clendening Lake Camping
Camping at Clendening Lake is available April - October. The marina campground accommodates up to 100 campers with showers, electric hookups, and modern restrooms available. The marina also operates efficiences and full hook up RV sites (up to 45 ft. RVs). (740) 658-3691.
, OH CampingAtwood Lake Park
Camping at Atwood Lake is available through Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District(MWCD)
, OH CampingAlum Creek Lake Campgrounds
The campground, on the west side of the lake, was constructed by the Army Corps of Engineers and is operated by the State Park. There are 297 sites, all with electrical hook-up (50-amp)
, OH Camping