National Parks in Ohio
There are 8 national park sites in Ohio, including one major park: Cuyahoga Valley.
Follow the link below to read my review on Cuyahoga, tips for planning trips, and the insider scoop. I might be visiting another site in fall of 2023, but if that doesn’t happen I truly don’t know when I’ll get to any of the Ohio parks.
- Charles Young Buffalo Solders National Monument
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park
- Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
- First Ladies National Historic Site
- Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
- James A. Garfield National Historic Site
- Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial
- William Howard Taft National Historic Site
Ohio State Parks
There are 75 state parks in Ohio. I’ve listed some of the most popular ones below, and put some of the popular activities that visitors like to do.
Hocking Hills – camping, hiking, fishing, disc golf
Caesar Creek – camping, hiking, fishing, boating
John Bryan – camping, hiking, fishing, disc golf
Weekend Trip Ideas in Ohio
Cleveland
There is actually a lot to do in Cleveland! In one weekend you can visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, tour the house from A Christmas Story, catch an Indians game, and even make it out to Cuyahoga Valley. Also, don’t forget to catch a bite to eat and walk along Lake Eerie.
Sandusky
Sandusky, OH is home to the famous amusement park: Cedar Point. Cedar Point is the 2nd oldest amusement park and has the 4th most rollercoasters in the world. If you need to cool off you can visit Castaway Bay Waterpark. Don’t forget to check out the Merry-Go-Round Museum and the Maritime Museum.
Cincinnati
A weekend in Cincinnati could include a visit to any number of the many museums and parks. You could catch a concert by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra or spend the day at the zoo. There are also a ton of options for food, beer, and wine tours.
Last Updated: April 30, 2023
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