Ross-Chillicothe , OH
Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Region in southern Ohio , Chillicothe and Ross County offers a prime location to explore America ’ s Parks with beautiful scenic views of the Scioto River Valley . Containing five- State Parks and a National Park with five-sites , Ross County has plenty of outdoor recreation waiting for you .
Each park contributes miles of trails to the overall 120 + miles of trails available . For the outdoor enthusiasts , that means plenty of options for your next hike . Some trails are specifically built for well-conditioned hikers and advanced mountain bikers , while others are perfect for a family hike through the woods to enjoy nature ’ s beauty . In addition to the trails , the five-State Parks offer a wide variety of outdoor recreation that is perfect for a family outing . Many visitors enjoy the widearray of activities available at each park that include options for picnicking and playground for children , but each offers unique attractions such as disc golf courses , beaches , boating , miniature golf , nature center for exhibits , a restore old log church , and even rock climbing .
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park offers views of ancient earthworks created by the pre-historic Hopewell Culture . These magnificent sites were built to monumental scale over 2,000 years ago , with some of the earthen walls reaching twelve-feet in height and outlining geometrical shapes that measure more than 1,000 feet across . The Hopewell used these sites for celebrations , funerals and rites of passages . Through the National Park Service , these sites are open to the public and protected from destruction so current and future generations can experience these grand earthworks .
There ’ s an abundance of outdoor activities to keep you busy . At the end of each day , tuck the family in at one Ross County ’ s hotels , cabins or bed & breakfast to recharge for your next day of adventure .