- Ohio River Scenic Route - Ohio
- The Ohio River Scenic Route is located in the south and eastern, near and comprising the entire southern border and part of the eastern border of
- Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve
- Old Woman Creek is the smallest reserve in the National Estuarine Research System. It is also the only Great Lakes-type, freshwater estuary in the system. The reserve features freshwater
- Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
- The Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1961 to preserve habitat for migrating birds. Staff at the refuge also manage Cedar Point and West Sister
- Paint Creek Lake
- Impressive, prehistoric Indian sites in the central Scioto River basin are in the vicinity of this lake.
Rock climbing is permitted on the Harmony Trail wall and the Spillway walls
- Paint Creek State Park
- Located amid the breathtaking scenery of the Paint Creek Valley, Paint Creek State Park features a large lake with fine fishing, boating and swimming opportunities. A modern campground and
- Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial
- On September 10, 1813, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry defeated and captured a British squadron of warships at the Battle of Lake Erie. The battle, fought during the War of
- Piedmont Lake
- Salt Fork Lodge and State Park are near this 2,700-acre lake. Golden Age and Golden Access and other Federal recreation passports are not honored by the state.
For tours
- Pike Lake State Park
- Pike Lake State Park is located in the midst of the scenic wooded hills of southern Ohio. The small lake and surrounding state forest contribute to the park's rustic
- Pleasant Hill Lake
- The Pleasant Hill Dam and Lake were constructed for flood reduction, recreation and fish and wildlife management. At the Corps of Engineers' Pleasant Hill Lake, extensive recreation facilities
- Portage Lakes State Park
- The many waters of Portage Lakes State Park offer visitors a variety of outdoor recreational experiences. Boating, swimming and fishing are popular. The wetlands of the park attract waterfowl
- Punderson State Park
- Punderson State Park with its natural lake, resort manor house, family cottages, golf course and scenic campground, provides myriad recreational opportunities for visitors. Punderson is also Ohio's premier winter
- Pymatuning State Park
- In a setting that highlights the mystery of an old swamp forest and the excitement of a water recreation area, Pymatuning State Park invites outdoor lovers of all ages
- Quail Hollow State Park
- Quail Hollow is a landscape of rolling meadows, marshes, pine and deciduous woods surrounding a 40-room manor. Scenic woodland trails, gardens and the house offer a variety of natural
- Rocky Fork State Park
- Rocky Fork State Park is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Unlimited horsepower boating allows for excellent skiing on the lake which also provides catches of bass, muskellunge and walleye
- Salt Fork State Park
- The landscape of rural Guernsey County appears as a patchwork of forested hills, open meadows and misty valleys threaded by numerous streams. At the heart of this region is
- Scioto Trail State Park
- A small, quiet park nestled in beautiful 9,000-acre Scioto Trail State Forest, this state park is an undisturbed wooded refuge just south of Chillicothe. The ridgetops and winding forest
- Senecaville Lake
- At the Corps Senecaville Lake, extensive recreation facilities are operated by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD). Visit their website at: www.mwcdlakes.com.
One of the attractions is a
- Shawnee State Park
- Located in the Appalachian foothills near the banks of the Ohio River, Shawnee State Park is nestled in the 63,000-acre Shawnee State Forest. Once the hunting grounds of the
- South Bass Island State Park
- Limestone cliffs, historic wineries, crystal caverns and a shimmering Great Lake greet visitors to the Lake Erie Islands state parks. These five state parks offer unique island retreats with
- Stonelick State Park
- Tucked away in the rolling highlands of southwest Ohio, Stonelick State Park offer a quiet retreat for visitors. The still waters of the lake and stately woodlands provide the
- Strouds Run State Park
- Acres of uninterrupted hardwood forest sprawl over the many hills and coves of Strouds Run State Park. The rugged terrain and scenic lake provide visitors a unique wilderness escape
- Sycamore State Park
- The meadows, woodlots and still waters of Sycamore State Park offer an oasis of natural features in the midst of expansive farmland. Sycamore provides the perfect setting for picnicking,
- Tappan Lake
- At the Corps of Engineers' Tappan Lake, extensive recreation facilities are operated by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD). Visit their website at: www.mwcdlakes.com.
Tappan Lake is near
- Tar Hollow State Park
- Twisting park and forest roads pass through deep ravines and dense woodlands. Scattered shortleaf and pitch pines growing on the ridges were once a source of pine tar for
- The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art and Technology
- The Works is a learning center and museum that offers opportunities to investigate areas related to history, science, technology and the visual arts. The museum, a restored
- Tinker's Creek State Park
- The swamps and marshlands of Tinker's Creek State Park harbor a variety of natural wonders. Herons, ducks, geese and beaver can be found in the spring-fed waters, while cattail,
- Tom Jenkins Dam And Burr Oak Lake
- Tom Jenkins Dam is located at Burr Oak Lake just 3.5 miles north of Glouster, Ohio off State Route 13 in Athens County.
Tom Jenkins Dam was completed in
- Van Buren State Park
- Van Buren State Park offers a quiet retreat with fishing and picnicking opportunities. The woodlands are a small but valued refuge in the rich agricultural land of northwestern
- Wayne National Forest
- Located in southern Ohio, lies the Wayne National Forest encompassing over 160,000 acres. You can get there in no more than a day's drive from such metropolitan areas
- West Branch State Park
- West Branch State Park's large lake with its many forks and coves is extremely popular with fishermen, boaters and swimmers. The park's meadows and woodlots provide an excellent backdrop
