Richland County, OH

Ohio

The view from the top of Mt. Jeez (more of a big hill than a mountain) overlooking Malabar Farms and the surrounding Pleasant Valley.

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Located along the Clear Fork, a tributary of the Mohican River, Gatton Rocks is a multilevel, freshwater swimming hole featuring deep pools for adventure-seekers and shallow spots for waders.

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Mansfield Reformatory - this used to be a working prison but has been abandoned for many years. It's a gorgeous structure. The Shawshank Redemption was filmed here.
Mansfield Reformatory - this used to be a working prison but has been abandoned for many years. It's a gorgeous structure. The Shawshank Redemption was filmed here.
Built in 1926 for Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kelley King, the 47-acre estate opened as a public garden in 1953, one year after Mr. King's death. Mr. King, who was married and divorced twice, never had children. He left most of his estate to the private foundation that continues to operate Kingwood Center today. Mr. King made his fortune in Mansfield, Ohio working with the Ohio Brass Company. Hired as the company's first electrical engineer in 1893, he led Ohio Brass into new ventures, particularly the manufacture of electrical fittings for railroads and trolleys. Mr. King eventually became President and Chairman of the Board of Ohio Brass.

Popular cities in Richland County

Ohio State Prison located in Mansfield, Ohio Built in 1886.  Location used for filming the Shawshank Redemption.  Image taken 04/13/19.
Mansfield
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Universities
Mansfield awaits: its university life, food, jazz scene, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Ohio State Reformatory
  • Kingwood Center
  • Snow Trails
The view from the top of Mt. Jeez (more of a big hill than a mountain) overlooking Malabar Farms and the surrounding Pleasant Valley.

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Lucas
Known for Natural parks
Trip time! Discover the parks in Lucas.

Reasons to visit

  • Malabar Farm State Park
Fall Colors, Central Ohio
Bellville
Known for Friendly people, Family-friendly and Dining
Escape to relaxing Bellville! Enjoy its water park and food.
35-46-03 - Bickham Covererd Bridge in Logan County, Ohio
Shelby
Known for Adventure, Natural parks and Golf
Explore Shelby: its adventures, parks, golf, and more!
Governor Bebb Park Covered Bridge in Butler County, Ohio
Butler
Known for Skiing
Trip time! Discover the skiing in Butler.
Plymouth
Plymouth
Head to Attica Raceway Park and Eagle Creek Golf Club—just two of the sights around Plymouth.

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