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Cantwell Cliffs at Hocking Hills State Park in Rockbridge (photo by Laura Watilo Blake)

25 Great Hiking Trails to Conquer This Summer

Lace up your hiking boots and get ready to explore. Ohio’s park systems and nature preserves have a wealth of trails to seek out this summer, from the rocky cliffs of Appalachia to the serenity of the Lake Erie shore.

Ashland Balloon Festival (photo courtesy of Ashland Balloon Festival)

Summer Fun in Ohio: 22 Ways to Enjoy June

Grab a ticket to a summer concert from the Dave Matthews Band, explore southern Ohio heritage at Ohio Valley Frontier Days, check the Ashland BalloonFest and more.

Red, White & Boom! fireworks in downtown Columbus (photo by Randall Schieber)

11 Ways to Enjoy Columbus This Summer

Our capital city is brimming with activity, from a lineup of favorite festivals to great museum exhibitions to new arrivals on the scene.

Horses along the Amish Scenic Byway (photo courtesy of Holmes County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau)

Plan a Summer Road Trip Along These 4 Ohio Scenic Byways

Take the long way this season with these routes that offer glimpses of the Buckeye State’s nature, history and heartland.

Ohio Caverns in West Liberty (photo courtesy of Ohio Caverns)

10 Caves and Caverns for a Cool Summer Adventure

Discover a world of wonders, from incredible rock formations to subterranean passageways, and explore the stories and histories found deep beneath Ohio’s surface.

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Aerial view of Levitt Pavilion in Dayton (photo by Andy Snow)

13 Must-Do Summer Activities in Dayton

From sites that explore aviation history to vibrant music and museums to an abundance of outdoor recreation, here are some of the best ways to experience the city. READ MORE >>

Headlands Beach State Park in Mentor (photo courtesy of Ohio Department of Natural Resources)

9 Fun Summer Destinations in Lake County

From lakefront beaches to incredible wineries to destinations made for family fun, this county along the Lake Erie shore promises plenty to help you make the most of summer. READ MORE >>

“Sharks: To Be Great Is To Be Misunderstood” (photo by Dennis Finnin)

Spend a Rainy Summer Day at These 4 Ohio Museum Exhibitions

When the clouds roll in and the drops start to fall, make plans to visit one of these kid-friendly museum exhibitions that are all here for a limited summer run.
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Downtown Sandusky Cedar Point Historical Museum (photo courtesy of Downtown Sandusky Cedar Point Historical Museum)

This Sandusky Museum Celebrates Cedar Point History

Inspired by his own cherished memories, David Kaman turned his extensive collection of Cedar Point memorabilia into a new destination in downtown Sandusky. READ MORE >>

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