THINGS TO DO

City pool featuring zero entry, a mushroom fountain, geysers, a curvy slide, diving area and swimming lanes. Read more...

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...

Blockhouse Bouldering offers climbing for all ages and skill levels. You’ll find a judgment free zone, perfect for your first climbing experience. Bouldering is a form of rock climbing performed on short, natural boulders or artificial indoor walls without ropes or harnesses. It emphasizes power, technique, and short, intense sequences called “problems” rather than endurance. Safety is managed using crash pads Read more...

This facility is operated by the City of Athens Arts, Parks and Recreation department and has spaces available for hosting events. Read more...

College Book Store is a full service Ohio University bookstore, also featuring the largest section of Ohio University clothing and souvenirs available anywhere. Read more...

UniversiTEES carries a large selection of OU apparel and gifts for the entire family. Read more...

This unique, 273-acre wildlife area lies in the southwest corner of Washington County. It can be reached by way of County Road 3 from State Route 555. The area includes steep, rocky terrain, varied forest types, a small stream, and an old millstone quarry. Nearly all of it is wooded. Read more...

Paper Circle is a non-profit paper studio from Nelsonville, Ohio that specializes in creating organically sourced, handmade papers for various uses. If you have questions about the studio, email: shop.papercircle@gmail.com and they’ll be in touch. Read more...

Local studio shop provides fiber art supplies for weaving, knitting, crochet, spinning, needlepoint and more — located in Albany, Ohio. Read more...