THINGS TO DO

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...

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...

The Ohio University Golf Course is a 9-hole, par 35 course that offers a practice putting green and pro-shop. Activities include golf tournaments, leagues and private lessons. The facility is open to OHIO students, faculty, staff, alumni and the community. Read more...

Murray’s Landing is a locally owned and operated by Adventure Pro Outdoors LLC. We are committed to serving all of our participants with the highest regards and ensuring that they have a safe and fun trip and want to visit us again. Read more...

Vinton Furnace State Forest is home to the state’s largest known population of bobcats and is also home to timber rattlesnakes, cerulean warblers and several rare plant species. Read more...

Kayak rentals and Shuttle services on The Historic Hocking River in beautiful Coolville, Ohio. A short drive from Athens, Belpre, Marietta and Parkersburg. Read more...

Ossian C. Bird Arena is an ice arena and recreational sport facility located in Athens, Ohio and owned and operated by Ohio University. Visit their website to find open skate hours. Read more...

Hocking Hills is one of the most iconic State Parks in Ohio. With grand natural rock formations like Old Man’s Cave, Ash Cave, the Rock House, and Conkle’s Hollow, it’s been a favorite destination for years. Read more...

This work-in-progress 16-mile rail trail takes visitors through the beautiful woodlands of southeast Ohio, including Zaleski State Forest; the communities of Zaleski and Mineral; and the Lake Hope State Park wetland areas. Read more...

The Pawpaw Festival or Ohio Pawpaw Festival is an annual festival dedicated to the Pawpaw fruit that is indigenous to the Athens County, and the surrounding Southeast Ohio region. Read more...

The Wayne National Forest is located in the south-eastern part of the US state of Ohio, in the Unglaciated Allegheny Plateau. It is the only national forest in Ohio. Forest headquarters are located between The Plains and Nelsonville, Ohio, on US Route 33, overlooking the Hocking River. Read more...