Nearby Activities, Attractions, & Points of Interest
We offer many activities and interesting sights to see in the park, and what we do not have is not far away. Close by are the Living Word Outdoor Drama, Cambridge Performing Arts Center, Lakeside Miniature Golf, the Cambridge Glass Museum, Boyd's Crystal Glass, the Degenhart Paperweight & Glass Museum, Silver Spur Riding Stables, Little Sky Riding Stables, Warther Museum featuring wood carvings, Tecumseh Outdoor Historical Drama and The Wilds, a wildlife conservation center.
Cambridge/Guernsey County
This area is home to a variety of interesting activities. Downtown hosts many craft shops, antique stores, and other novelty stores. For information on these, as well as any Cambridge/Guernsey County attraction, please call The Visitors & Convention Bureau at 800.933.5480, or contact them online at www.visitguernseycounty.com.
The Wilds
The Wilds is North America's largest conservation facility, offers seasonal guided tours through various animal habitats. This is a one of a kind experience where guests are able to observe groups of Asian, African, and North American species, most of which are threatened or endangered, in an open-range setting. This facility is involved in a variety of significant research projects that include breeding research, genetic research, population studies of indigenous species, and much more. On site is a Visitor's Center with gift shops and a café. There is also an Education Center with exhibits detailing the important work of The Wilds in wildlife conservation. For information, please call 740.638.5030 or visit online at www.thewilds.org.
The Andrew Kachilla Center for Arts
The Andrew Kachilla Center promotes art education throughout the region. The Center exhibits not only Andrew Kachilla's art, but also the art of many area artists. Art classes and workshops for both youth and adults are provided. In addition to art instruction, The Center also sells artwork and some art supplies. For information, call 740.432.2432.
Glass Museums, Factories, and Shops
- Cambridge Glass Museum. Call 740.432.3045
- Degenhart Paperweight & Glass Museum 740.432.3045
- National Cambridge Collectors Museum 740.432.4369
- Boyd's Crystal Art Glass Call 740.439.1827 or go online to www.boydglass.com
- Hopalong Cassidy Museum 740.432.3364
Other Points of Interest
- Hosak's Cave
- Kennedy's Bakery
- Shops/boutiques - antiques, crafts, and more
- Historical sites - Kennedy Stone House
- Theaters/clubs - consult Front Desk
- Salon services - many in area, consult Front Desk
- The Hill n' Dale Elk Farm. Call 740.498.6138 or 740.498.4587.
- The National Whitetail Deer Center. Call 800.335.5480.
- Georgetown Vineyards. Call 740.435.3222.
- The Living Word Outdoor Drama "Ohio's Passion Play". For more information call 740.439.2761.
- For information on other events in the area, please contact The Ohio Festivals & Events Association at www.ofea.org.
- For a calendar of events, also visit Ohio State Parks, www.ohiostateparks.org.
Other Nearby Activities
- Camping- 250 class "A" sites operated by the state
- Beach, Lake, River - No lifeguard, swim at own risk
- Nature center at public beach
- Birdwatching (Headlands State Park)
- Turkey and deer hunting in-season
- Fishing - licenses available at Marina and Park
- Hiking/walking/running trails - portions of the Buckeye Trail run through the area immediately surrounding the lodge and cabins
- Snow skiing
