THINGS TO DO

Located outside of the city of Athens and within easy driving distance of Ohio University, Strouds Run State Park surrounds Dow Lake and draws a mix of trail and lake users. Miles of hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding provide scenic views from rugged trails. The lake offers boating, paddling, swimming and a shaded campground. Read more...

A natural paradise, 2,983-acre Lake Hope State Park lies entirely within the 26,824-acre Zaleski State Forest in the valley of Big Sandy Run • It is a rugged, heavily forested region traversed by steep gorges and narrow ridges. Read more...

Located in the rolling hills of Athens County, The Rocky Outdoor Gear Store is your source for outdoor, work, western and military footwear. Read more...

ARTS/West is a community arts center with play performances, concerts, recitals, gallery exhibits, contra & square dancing, plus classes, summer camps, and youth programs. Read more...

Kindred Market is a locally and family owned, community-inspired, organic and natural products grocer in Athens, Ohio. They offer over 150+ items in bulk. Their grab & go prepared foods and baked goods are made in-house and their Cafe offers made-to-order espresso drinks. They also have a large selection of books and local art for sale. Follow them on social media for updates on Read more...

Museum of local culture with rotating exhibits, collections & a research & genealogy library. Read more...

Trisolini Gallery hosts invitational exhibitions of national and international artists and in the spring semester presents Graduate and BFA student thesis exhibitions. Read more...

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...

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...

Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium, often spoken as “Mem Aud,” hosts the Performing Art Series, major lectures, and cultural events. Read more...

Local family owned and operated florist in Nelsonville, Ohio. Read more...