** This post was updated in 2021 with a recent trip back to Marietta.. My original travel to Marietta in 2017 was sponsored by the Marietta-Washington County CVB. All opinions are my own. Post contains affiliate links. ** Marietta is a small city that lies right along the Ohio River in southeast Ohio. While little …
All aboard! Take a seat! I can’t wait to tell you all about our stay at The Hocking Hills Caboose- a unique Ohio lodging opportunity. Our young family had a fantastic time at this Hocking Hills cabin-like property, and I’ve been bursting to share! I couldn’t believe the interest from friends and family- even grandma- …
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When I think of clifftop vistas, cascading waterfalls, and well-groomed hiking travels, my mind travels to the mountains of Virginia or Washington. Then I hear a small voice say, “There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home?” and I remember that I can have all of these in just a few hours’ drive- …
Our family loves The Dawes Arboretum. Located just outside of Newark, Ohio, and easily accessible to I-70, it’s an easy road trip from Columbus or Zanesville. The Dawes Arboretum is one of our favorite family-friendly attractions for visitors to Central Ohio. What is there to do with kids at Dawes Arboretum? The Dawes Arboretum is …
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Mohican State Park encompasses some of the most beautiful scenery in Ohio! Visitors come to Mohican to hike, canoe, camp and have amazing family adventures. Here is my guide of family-friendly things to do in Mohican State Park, Ohio. Where is Mohican State Park? Mohican State Park is located approximately 90 miles from Cleveland, Ohio …
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Knox County, Ohio is often overlooked. From Knox County’s center in Mount Vernon, it is 45 minutes to Columbus and over 90 minutes from Cleveland. Don’t let the drive stop you, because Knox County is home to a glam hotel, a hip liberal arts college, and numerous hiking and biking opportunities. Here are just a …
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Unfortunately, vandals have damaged the property at Hemlock Falls. This has ruined it for all visitors! Ughhh. Per Jason from the Richland Co Park District- as of 5/20/20 – The Hemlock Falls property and the main falls are still open to the public via the Clear Fork Valley spur trail, but only via that trail …
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Walnut Creek, Ohio is known for rolling hills, idyllic farmland, craft shops, and family-style foods. It’s a hospitable place, one oozing with country-styled B & Bs and hotels. That’s absolutely awesome- if that is your style. But if you’re looking for something a little more edgy, shiny, and modern in Ohio’s Amish Country- I recommend …
