Make reservations now and don't miss this great opportunity to relax and leave the everyday stresses of life at our door.
Great things to do this summer in Fairfield and the surrounding counties. Due to an abundance of snow and rain this past winter, the waterfalls in the Hocking Hills State Parks are spectacular. The Hocking Valley Scenic Railway resumes their weekend rides beginning Memorial Day weekend and will have Murder Mystery Train Rides in May, October and December. For more information visit www.hvsry.org
The outdoor drama “Tecumseh” opens their season June 6th at Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre, and continues through August 30, 2008 with performances Monday-Saturday. More information at www.tecumsehdrama.com
Downtown Logan, Ohio will again be the site of the Washboard Festival on June 13 & 14, 2008. You can, also, tour the Columbus Washboard Co. the last manufacturer of washboards in the USA. www.washboardfestival.com
In July, you can visit the Lilyfest (www.lilyfest.com) A celebration of gardening, music, and artistry on three landscaped acres and its FREE!! July 11, 12, 13 2008. The Lancaster Festival takes place July 17 through July 26th. This festival offers 50 free events and 20 paid events. Country Music ‘s Wynonna will be performing on Sat. July 19th and the final event of the festival will be Kenny Loggins on Sat. July 26, 2008. For more information visit www.lanfest.org
The Parade of the Hills takes place in Nelsonville, OH on Aug, 13-16, 2008. Highlight of the festival is the Ohio State Fiddling Contest. Additional information is available at www.paradeofthehills.orgAdditional activities can be found at www.visitfairfieldcounty.org and www.1800hocking.com.
Boating (20 minutes) - Hocking River canoe liveries offer moonlight cruises in addition to daytime trips.
Fishing (10 minutes) - A. W. Marion State Park/Hargus Lake Fishing, picnic area, paddle boats & canoes for rent.
Golf Course (20 minutes) - Six quality golf courses within 20 miles. We can arrange tee times.
Hiking (30 minutes) - The Hocking Hills State Parks offer hiking, picnic. swimming. or just bring your blanket and find that prefect spot to just relax or take a nap.
Museums / Galleries (10 minutes) - Visit The Georgian, The Sherman House, and the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio in historic downtown Lancaster. Take a walking tour of historic homes.
Nature Preserves / Trails (15 minutes) - Clearcreek, Chestnut Ridge & Slate Run Metro Parks within 15 miles or less. Shallenberger Nature Preserve
Theatre (30 minutes) - 'Tescumseh' at Sugarloaf Mountain in Chillicothe
Wine Tasting (15 minutes) - Slate Run Vineyard Tasting Room/Gift Shop Some grapes grown on site.
Links to Local Attractions
State Parks in the Hocking Hills - 30 minutes - An abundance of hiking and walking trails, nature programs, picnic and playgrounds
www.visitfairfieldcountyoh.org
Decorative Arts Center of Ohio
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