Waterloo State Forest Tours

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Called "The Ridges" currently, this large, looming building that overlooks Ohio University's campus was formerly a mental health hospital called the Athens Asylum for the Insane. There's a small museum inside now, and the rest of the grounds are owned by the university, but there is still certainly a chilling aspect to the building that calls to its past. Take a walk around the grounds or visit the museum, it's something worth seeing. Behind the building is a community park with areas that would be worth visiting in warmer days. Take the road that loops up a hill

Ohio University

Explore the campus of Ohio University, during your travels in Athens. Discover the bars and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

Ohio University
A quaint town in Southeast Ohio. Definitely worth a stop through. Lots of charming shops and an awesome old theater. #weekendgetaway

Court Street

During your trip to Athens, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Court Street. Discover the area's festivals, or seek out its hiking trails.

Court Street

Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area during your travels to New Marshfield. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area

Woodcock Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Woodcock Nature Preserve during your travels to New Marshfield. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Woodcock Nature Preserve

Hooper Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hooper Park, a lovely green space in McArthur. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Hooper Park

West State Dog Park

After visiting West State Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Athens. Discover the area's festivals, or seek out its hiking trails.

West State Dog Park

Best Lodging Options Near Waterloo State Forest

Shea Farmhouse

Shea Farmhouse

2 out of 5
McArthur OH
Shea Farmhouse
Athens Vacation Rental - 6 Mi to Ohio University!

Athens Vacation Rental - 6 Mi to Ohio University!

3 out of 5
Athens OH
Athens Vacation Rental - 6 Mi to Ohio University!
Seven Pines Cabin - Secluded in Hocking Hills

Seven Pines Cabin - Secluded in Hocking Hills

3 out of 5
13085 10 Spot Rd, Nelsonville, Oh Nelsonville OH
Seven Pines Cabin - Secluded in Hocking Hills
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