The Buckeye State, Ohio, features a full repertoire of outdoor attractions. So, no matter what you're looking for in a vacation, be it a small town retreat, a complete escape to nature, or even a cosmopolitan experience, Ohio will meet your need. Ohio is full of exciting summer towns, amusement parks, lakes, forest, and also lively cities. Here is a list of Ohio's top attractive places you can try first when you visit the state.
Hocking Hills State Park
The hocking hills state park is characterized by rugged natural areas and is perhaps the most loved state park in Ohio. The park is made up of rock shelters, cliffs, waterfalls, and gorges. As such, you'll discover many hiking trails, camping sites, caves and cottages in the park. So, if you're thinking of a weekend getaway in Ohio, this park is the perfect place to go.
Featuring approximately 5.1 miles of unique rock formations, mesmerizing waterfalls, unusual caves, and sandstone gorges is the old man cave hiking trail located inside the park. Surrounded by all these natural beauties, you'll hardly want to live the path. Apart from the local hiking opportunity, the park also provides the ideal backdrop for rock climbing, zip lining, and canoeing. You'll love it!
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium have consistently occupied the number one spot among the top zoos in the whole nation. This is, however, not so surprising. The zoo is home to over 10,000 animals of six different regions. It also features regular stage performances and holds special educational programs all year round. What makes this zoo so spectacular during winter is wild lights.
This is a unique celebration that is all about the over three million lights that run through the zoo. Usually, the festival runs from late November till the holidays. With these lights, people get to see animals at the zoo in a unique way. Zoombezi Bay Water Park is located just beside the Columbus zoo and aquarium. This place is good for relaxing after a fun day at the zoo.
Cedar Point Amusement Park
Cedar Point amusement park is located on the shores of Lake Erie in Sandusky. The park features over 17 high-end roller coasters, many areas for kids and lots of live entertainment. You'll find the center shores water park very close to the amusement park. With its lazy river, shallows pools, wave pools, and six-story aqua-drop water slide, the shore water park offer many thrilling adventures on the water. You won't have to worry about accommodations because the resort offers several options.
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
The Franklin Park botanical gardens have proven to be a consistent attraction to tourists. The garden has both inside and outside exotic plant and flowers exhibits, alongside some special exhibitions which change throughout the year. The conservatory also features various glass greenhouses with more than 400 species of plants from the rainforest, desert, Pacific Islands and the Himalayas. The garden also makes quite a beautiful background for events like weddings.
Holden Arboretum Canopy Walk
Looking for adventure? Then you should try the Holden arboretum canopy walk, unless, of course, you're afraid of heights. Many people do not know of the existence of this canopy walk in Ohio. But those who do not hesitate to give it a try. This elevated walkway is suspended 65 feet above the forest floor, and it offers a breathtaking and beautiful experience. How exciting!
Mill Creek Park in Youngstown
Mill Creek Park in Youngstown is the place to go to enjoy the views of extraordinary landscapes and landmarks as you bike your way through the trails. The park also features a hiking trail with beautiful routes just above the lake Cohasset. The loop makes a perfect track for nature lovers to go on day hikes.
Now that you know what you stand to enjoy by making Ohio your next travel destination make sure to start making plans to visit. You'll find beautiful lodgings in the state. And don't forget to explore the paradise to your heart content!