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. 



    • 2021 SHO CompanionPlants 003 768x768

    Companion Plants

    This herb nursery was established in 1982 and is located just outside Athens, Ohio. They offer over 600 varieties of common and exotic herb plants. Read more...
    • 2021 REC StroudsRunSP 001 768x512

    Strouds Run State Park

    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...
    • 2021 REC BoathouseStrouds 001 1

    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...
    • 2021 REC SmokeRise 001 768x512

    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...
    • 2021 REC FoxLakeWA 001 768x512

    Fox Lake Wildlife Area

    Verified
    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...
    • 2021 REC BoathouseLakeHope 001 1

    Boathouse at Lake Hope

    Kayak, canoe, and small boats can be rented at the Boathouse which is located off Park Road 9 Road in Lake Hope State Park. Read more...
    • 2021 ENT OhioBrewWeek 001 768x512

    Ohio Brew Week

    Ohio Brew Week is a festival held annually in Athens, Ohio. The 9-day celebration of Ohio brewing brings together brewers and beer lovers from all around the nation to sample beers and celebrate the joy of craft brewing. Read more...
    • 2021 REC ForestHillsGC 001

    Forest Hills Golf Course

    A 9 hole course. Smaller greens, not easy to target. Lies not normally flat. Located less than two miles of Burr Oak State Park Lodge. Read more...
    • 2021 REC HockingValleyScenicRail 001 768x512

    Hocking Valley Scenic Railway

    The Hocking Valley Scenic Railway was founded in 1972 as a 501c3 non-profit organization to operate historic train rides along the Hocking River Valley. Read more...
    • 2021 REC LakeHope 001 768x432

    Lake Hope State Park

    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...
    • 2021 REC AdventurePro 001 768x512

    Adventure Pro Outdoors

    Adventure Pro Outdoors, LLC is a family owned & operated business located in Nelsonville, Ohio. They are the experts in outdoor fun and have the gear you’ll need to spend the day on the Hocking River or on the trails of Wayne National Forest. Read more...
    • 2021 REC BuckeyeTrail 001 768x846

    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...