THINGS TO DO

Whatever journey you’re on, whoever you’re travelling with, we have adventures and experiences that you don’t want to miss. 



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    Libby’s Pumpkin Patch

    Looking for a U-Pick pumpkin patch in southeast Ohio? Libby’s Pumpkin Patch specializes in large carving pumpkins, pie pumpkins, decorative pumpkins, and outdoor fall decorations. Read more...
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    Gifford State Forest

    Gifford State Forest is the smallest state forest in the state of Ohio. It includes some hiking trails, forested hills and bluffs, and a small breeding nursery. Read more...
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    Tubing, canoeing and kayaking with Adventure Pro Outdoors

    Adventure Pro Outdoors – Tubing Capital of Hocking Hills The Experts in Outdoor Fun aim to provide unique & memorable experiences for our customers. Spend a day canoeing, kayaking, or tubing on the Hocking River! 740-856-7848 1299 E. Canal St. Nelsonville, OH 45764 www.AdventureProOutdoors.com Read more...
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    Uncle Buck’s Riding Stable and Dance Barn

    Uncle Buck’s Riding Stable and Dance Barn runs scenic, guided horseback rides through Zaleski State Forest near Lake Hope State Park. Including a ride through the famous haunted Moonville Tunnel on the Moonville Rail Trail.They offer cooked barbeque, craft beer and wine as well as other food and beverages which are served in The Lady Buck Saloon. During their season Read more...
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    Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve

    Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve is a deep, cool gorge, which is only 100 feet wide in places and is considered by some to be the deepest in Ohio Read more...
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    Fox Lake Wildlife Area

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    Fox Lake Wildlife Area is a 421-acre Ohio state wildlife area in southeastern Waterloo Township in Athens County, Ohio. It is centered around the 48-acre Fox Lake. Read more...
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    Waterloo Wildlife Area

    This rugged, heavily forested wildlife area is home to an abundance of native species including the gray squirrel, wild turkey, white-tailed deer, cotton tail rabbits, and approximately 80 species of birds. Recreational opportunities include hiking, birding, fishing and hunting. Read more...
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    Boord State Nature Preserve

    Boord State Nature Preserve contains one of the best examples of a hemlock ravine in Washington County and the surrounding area. The preserve’s state-listed species include rock skullcap, narrow-leaved toothwort and golden-knees. Falls Run cuts through a massive layer of Permian-age sandstone to form the heart of this preserve which is an eastern hemlock-shrouded stream gorge 60-80 feet deep. Read more...
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    Buckeye Trail, The

    For nearly 1444 miles, the Buckeye Trail winds around Ohio, reaching into every corner of the state. Trail sections nearest Athens County pass through Burr Oak State Park, near Glouster, and Shawnee, Ohio. Read more...
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    Smoke Rise Ranch Resort

    The resort is a working cattle ranch that offers guests an opportunity to experience the adventures of the west, not so far from home.  Read more...
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    Boathouse at Strouds Run

    Kayak, canoe, pontoon, and small boats can be rented at the Boathouse which is located off Strouds Run Road in Strouds Run State Park, by the beach/boat ramp. Read more...
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    Thunderbunny 50k

    This ultra marathon event takes place annually in May at Strouds Run State Park in Athens, Ohio.This ultra marathon event takes place annually in May at Strouds Run State Park in Athens, Ohio. Read more...