Outdoor | Athens County Visitors Bureau

Athens Ohio Halloween Block Party

The Athens Halloween Block Party is free and open to the public and has seen crowds as large as 30,000 people in years past. We welcome everyone to come enjoy a clean and safe party on Court Street in Athens, Ohio. Read more...

Ohio University International Street Fair

The International Street Fair celebrates the different cultures throughout the world through food, art and more. Don’t miss the “Flag Parade.” Read more...

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...

Burr Oak State Park

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...

Waterloo Wildlife Area

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...

Athens City Preserve/Sells Park

If you enjoy nature and don’t want to travel far, Sells Park is an ideal location. A small nature area, Sells has a small pond and several short hiking trails. Read more...

Touch the Earth Adventures

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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...

Polaris Side-by-Side Rentals

Adventure Pro Outdoors – Polaris Side-by-Side Rentals The Experts in Outdoor Fun aim to provide unique & memorable experiences for our customers. Kick up some mud in a Polaris RZR Side-by-Side on a guided tour on the trails on Wayne National Forest! Experience overwhelmingly beautiful sights throughout the forest! The trail system is deep, offering a thrilling ride full of Read more...