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FAMILY ROAD TRIP ADVENTURES IN OHIO
ADVENTURES ON THE GREAT MIAMI
Campgrounds and RV parks along the Great Miami offer great adventurous family fun. Just outside of
Tipp City, Adventures on the Great Miami is
20 acres of outdoor activities for everyone. From hiking and biking on miles
of trails and paths to kayaking and canoeing on the Great Miami River, great memories will be made with your family. Camp under the stars as you enjoy the warmth of an inviting campfire. Plan your next group outing or attend one of many special events held throughout the year. You can then paddle a three-mile trip at their second location at Treasure Island Park in Troy, Ohio.
HOCKING HILLS STATE PARK
The Hocking Hills are Ohio’s natural crown jewels, connecting travelers with nature, family, friends and themselves. The region features a dramatic landscape of sparkling waterfalls, deep gorges, pre-historic
caves and scenic
clifftop vistas. Adventures include hiking, zip-line canopy tours, canoeing, kayaking,
rock climbing, rappelling, guided nature tours, horseback riding and more. Wineries, breweries and moonshine accentuate the authentic Appalachian heritage of the region. Accommodations range from cozy cabins for two to large, luxurious lodges. Local artisans feature their handmade works in shops and galleries peppered throughout the hills.
Locally owned restaurants serve up comfort food with a focus on local ingredients. There is just no place quite like southeast Ohio’s Hocking Hills.
COLUMBUS ZOO AND AQUARIUM
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is home
to nearly 10,000 animals representing over 600 species from around the globe. The zoo complex is a recreational and education destination that includes the 22-acre Zoombezi Bay water park and the 18-hole Safari Golf Club. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium also operates The Wilds, a 10,000- acre conservation center and safari park located in southeastern Ohio. This regional attraction is great for the whole family.
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CANAL WINCHESTER
Canal Winchester is home to a number of unique museums including the National Barber Museum
& Hall of Fame and the Mid-Ohio Historical Doll and Toy Museum. The city is situated near three major Metro parks with miles of scenic trails for biking, hiking or jogging. There are numerous independently owned restaurants and breweries. Browse through local shops where friendly merchants offer everything from original art to home décor and fashion. Enjoy some great blues music and fantastic ribs at the annual Canal Winchester Blues and Ribfest the last Friday and Saturday of July or treat the kids to a day of fun at the annual Labor Day Festival.
BUCCIA VINEYARD WINERY AND BED & BREAKFAST
The adult family members will love the Buccia Vineyard Winery and Bed & Breakfast. Amid a picturesque country setting, convenient to I-90 and Rt. 20 and just minutes from the shores of Lake Erie, they offer a variety of wines and tasty small plates, a casual and inviting tasting room,
live music on the weekends, and unique hot tub spa suites with vineyard views for overnight lodging. The vineyard is located in the heart of Conneaut Creek-Lake Erie Wine Country. Memories are made at Buccia!
CASTAWAY BAY AT CEDAR POINT
Cedar Point’s splash-filled Castaway Bay, with liquid fun and excitement for the whole family, is the best way to experience an island getaway close to home. With a tropical Caribbean theme, this
lush indoor waterpark resort gives you the feeling you’ve just landed in paradise. Castaway Bay guests also enjoy discounts on tickets to Cedar Point,
the World’s Best Amusement Park, as well as early entry into the park. The waterpark adventures thrill everyone: an awesome water coaster that shoots riders uphill, a 100,000-gallon pool with three-foot waves, 10 exhilarating water slides, an action- packed 80,000-gallon activity pool, a multi-story interactive play area with a 1,000-gallon tipping bucket, a children’s play pool, and two 50-person whirlpool spas. Castaway Bay features 237 rooms and suites.
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