THINGS TO DO

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...

One of the area’s “hidden gems,” the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway is a 22-mile long bicycle path in Athens County, Ohio. Read more...

This is an outdoor adventure experience guided by Mimi Morrison to inspire people to be in tune with our Earth through hiking, kayaking and cycling expeditions. Read more...

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...

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...

Fast Traxx Motoplex offers a variety of ways for off-road motorcyclists to enjoy their sport, including a SX track, a Motocross track, and a Grand Prix course. Read more...

Located in southeast Ohio, remote Burr Oak State Park is a quiet gem with 2,593-acres of scenic wooded hills and a 600-acre “no wake” lake. You can enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, boating, disc golf and relaxing at the lodge or a cabin. Read more...

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...

Canoe and kayak rentals at this family-owned business which also provides primitive camping for overnight stays. Read more...

The Southern Ohio Copperheads are a collegiate summer baseball team based in Athens, Ohio that plays games at Bob Wren Stadium on the Ohio University campus. 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...