Hocking Hills Ohio Escape

In Vinton County, if you take a step off the beaten path, you will find these treasures.

Vinton County. An Ohio Travel Destination. Come Visit us!

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It's a place not far from the highway, just off the beaten path and filled with extraordinary things to do.

Discover the Lake Hope Mountain Bike Trails!

Backpack Lake Hope on the Zaleski State Forest Trail!

Like Bird Watching? Try these special spots at Lake Hope-

Vinton County-Ohio Travel Destination-There's a whole lot of world out there to discover.

While you're out and about exploring,

take a step off the beaten path.

Find something hidden just off the highway.

Hike. Hunt. Fish. Relax. Discover a little bit of wild in Vinton County.

(740) 596-5033

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Mountain bike. Backpack. Fish Ohio. It's a place full of natural wonders, a whole lot of out-of-the-ordinary history and plenty of places to dine, lodge and just relax.

The Wilder Side of Ohio

An Ohio Travel Destination

Lake Hope State Park
Lake Alma State Park
Lake Rupert
Zaleski State Forest
Wayne National Forest
Mead Paper Woodlands
Wellston Wildlife Area
Richland Furnace State Forest

Generations have discovered the three picturesque lakes of Vinton County-Lake Hope, Lake Alma and Lake Rupert. Ohio State Forests, Ohio State Parks and even a National Forest are found within the boundaries of the county. There are more than 70 miles of trails for hiking, mountain bike trails, horseback riding and backpacking. Nearby, there are over 300 miles of trails for off-road vehicles, hikers and horseback riders.

Restored and Rustic Ohio Covered Bridges

Ponn Bridge Bay Bridge

Mount Olive Bridge

Arbaugh Bridge Cox Bridge

Vinton County offers five historic covered bridges including the unique Humpback Bridge which attracts covered bridge enthusiasts from across the nation.

Ohio Festivals and Fun Events

Ridgetop Music Festival
Turkey Festival
Annual Fall Hike at Lake Hope

Vinton County also knows how to celebrate with several festivals and events year around. From park programs at Lake Hope State Park and good old-fashioned festivals and fairs, there is something to do for every month of the year.

Ohio Lodging at its Finest

Cabins Cottages Inns Hotels

If rest and relaxation are a top priority on your list, there are plenty of cozy places to sit back and prop your feet up by the fire for a few days. From rustic log cabins to elegant but comfortable inn rooms, Vinton County offers its guests many places to get away.

Fascinating history, unique shops, cozy lodging and miles of rugged trails make Vinton County one of the most unforgettable destinations in Ohio.

No matter if you have come to hike, hunt, fish or relax, your visit here is sure to be special. So take a step off the beaten path. Discover the wilder side of Ohio and discover Vinton County.

Calendar of Events | Lake Hope Bike Trail | Lake Hope Driving Tour | Map/Directions |

Turkey Festival | Photo Contest | Zaleski Backpack Trail | Ridgetop Festival |

Vinton County Air Show | Site Map

Vinton County Convention and Visitors Bureau

104 West Main Street

McArthur, Ohio 45651

(800) 596-4459 (740) 596-5033 info@vintoncounty.com

Unique lodging, covered bridges and miles of parks and forests make Vinton County an extra special place to visit. Once a huge part of the iron producing industry, the only remaining reflections of this past are a handful of iron furnace remnants, an allegedly haunted train tunnel and a few ghost towns nearly hidden beneath the tall grass. Instead of urban sprawl of the mid-1800's, the region has transformed itself over the last 150 years into a wonderland of outdoor recreation. There are over 70 miles of public trails for hiking, horseback riding and backpacking. There are beaches, gift shops, small towns and covered bridges. It's a place just off the beaten path of both time and highway. It's Vinton County, Ohio.