Go Buckeye State

Ohio is not commonly associated with “outdoor adventure,” but you may be surprised to realize that the Buckeye State has an large quantity of state parks where there is excellent rock climbing and rappelling, kayaking and wildlife tours in addition to a variety of natural, historic, and urban sights that include theme parks and more. An intimate Ohio bed and breakfast or one of the state's comfy cabin rentals is a great starting point from which to discover everything that Ohio has to offer.

The Ohio countryside is a blend of fertile farmland and lush deciduous forest. One of the most scenic locations is the Hocking Hills region, a section of the Allegheny Plateau featuring lofty gorges, waterfalls and an abundance of caves. Ohio also has its share of remarkable archeology; a pre-Columbian civilization existed in the area over 2,000 years ago, leaving burial mounds and other earthwork structures behind that you can explore today.

There are a number of Ohio bed and breakfast houses in the Hocking Hills area, some of which are 100-160 years old. Many are open year round and some are open only at certain times of the year.

You'll want to do some research on this previous to scheduling your vacation.

The fall colors in the Hocking Hills region are as outstanding as those in New England so plan in advance. Those who are in the market for more economical lodgings closer to urban centers will locate a varied range of facilities from which to choose. While in southern Ohio, some places worth visiting include the Wake Nation Water Park which offers thrills that you won't find at an ordinary water park. Another attraction is

The Wilds, a unique animal attraction where the animals wander free and people stay in their vehicles. History buffs will not want to pass up a visit to Amish Country, where the Amish have stood true to their traditions for almost two centuries. Further north, near Lake Erie, you can experience living history for yourself, riding a mule drawn canal boat and experience life in the 1850s firsthand at

The Canal Experience. Amish country has numerous Ohio vacation rentals to choose from, depending on your budget and preference. A good time to see Ohio is in the spring and fall.

The weather is temperate, the humidity is low, and the colors in each season are stunning. Amish country is genuinely a treat for delectable home made meals, hand carved wood workings, quality hand sewn quilts for sale, and an instruction regarding a less complicated way of life. Come to Ohio for outdoor activities and delight in their plentiful charming bed and breakfasts.
Wesley Mathews is part of the travel team at FindVacationRentals.com and FindBedandBreakfast.com.

These directories provide detailed information on Ohio vacation rentals and things to do.

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