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5 State Parks
1 National Park
and many acres of State Forests
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N estled in the foothills of the Appalachian region in southern Ohio is Ross County and Chillicothe , Ohio that offer outdoor enthusiasts 5 State Parks , 1 National Park and many acres of State Forests . Whether you enjoy hiking , mountain biking , boating , hunting or fishing there ’ s plenty of options for your favorite outdoor pastime in Chillicothe .
Many experienced hikers and mountain bike riders enjoy the trails at Great Seal State Park for the terrain . These trails cross mostly wooded , hilly terrain with some steep inclines and ravines .
Sugarloaf Mountain Trail rises almost 500 feet in less than a quarter mile through dense maple-dominated forest . There are over 23 total miles of trails available to hikers , bikers and equestrian riders .
Scioto Trail State Park offers two small lakes that are ideal for canoeing and fishing . These lakes offer bluegill , bass , catfish and trout for anglers . The adjacent State Forest offers excellent hunting for deer , squirrel , grouse and turkey . Scioto Trail also features an area for swimming with trails for hiking and biking .
Chillicothe , Ohio
18 | Spring 2017 | Adventure Outdoors