The Ross-Chillicothe Convention & Visitors Bureau has made the difficult decision to cancel its annual Tourism Banquet & Pineapple Awards for 2020. This allows our partners to focus on their organizations during these trying times. We look forward to celebrating the tourism heroes in 2021!
Explore the magnificent earthworks created by the Native American people, known as the Hopewell Culture, over 2,000 years ago. The National Park is comprised of six sites, with four of the sites being open daily from dawn to dusk for visiting. The four sites that are open include Mound City Group, Hopewell Mound Group, Hopeton Earthworks, and Seip Earthworks.
Buzzard's Roost Nature Preserve
Buzzard's Roost Nature Preserve conserves nearly 1,200 acres of rugged and scenic countryside. There's over 5 miles of forested trail. Meander past ponds, crumbling remains of old homesteads, and deep wooded ravines. The South Point Lookout Trail offers views of the vertical cliffs of sandstone and shale that descends into the beautiful Paint Creek Gorge.
Kinnikinnick Fen
This Ross County Park is a 154 acre wetland complex along Kinnikinnick Creek. The preserve features a 1.8 mile walking path that passes through wetlands, woods, and wildflower fields. Throughout the year, you can find several threatened plant species. You never know what you may find including the muskrat featured in the photo. There are three observation decks that offer wonderful views.
More Outdoor Recreation Sites
Visit our website to find out more about the National Park, State Parks, and County & City Parks available.
COVID-19
Please follow all safety guidelines established by the CDC, Federal and State agencies when visiting outdoor recreation sites.
Please remember to support local small businesses. This includes shops and restaurants as owners and employees depend on the community's patronage.
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The mission of the Ross-Chillicothe Convention and Visitors Bureau is the growth and prosperity of area economic development through tourism. The Bureau's primary focus is to assist, attract and educate residents, travelers, and partners. It will function as an economic driver of the hospitality industry in general through promotion of extended or overnight visits to the areas of Chillicothe and Ross County, Ohio.
