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...

The Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery believes that hands-on, playful learning with family and friends builds confidence and resilience for success in the future. Powered by STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts / Humanities and Math), OVMoD is a hands-on discovery museum for visitors of all ages located in Athens, Ohio with a mission to inspire confidence in visitors of all 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. Tickets are available to spectators during events. 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...

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

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

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...

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...

Ohio Valley Summer Theater works in conjunction with Ohio University’s School of Theater to produce Broadway-licensed musicals and plays. Read more...

This facility is operated by the City of Athens Arts, Parks and Recreation department and has spaces available for hosting events. Read more...

Athens oldest antique, vintage, used furniture and record department store. Random House has been in the same location for over 40 years, same owner. They have a little bit of everything, so stop in and look around. Read more...