About Ohio

The state of Ohio is located in Midwestern U.S. just south of Lake Erie and the state of Michigan. It is bordered to the east by Pennsylvania, the south by West Virginia and Kentucky, and by Indiana to the west. With the southern border being lined with the Ohio River and the northern border lined with Lake Erie, this is one active state when it comes to water adventures.

The state offers many different state parks which are suitable for hiking, biking, and even horseback riding. Some locations offer more rugged terrain for experienced hikers while most have trails that would be suitable for anyone in decent physical condition to safely explore.

About 30 miles south of the Columbus (the state capital) visitors can find Buckeye Lake State Park. It stretches through three different counties and is the perfect vacation spot for visitors who want a lot of outdoor adventure and excitement. Like most other parks in the state, Buckeye Lake is designed for day trips only, with accommodations and camping sites available in surrounding communities.

At Buckeye Lake, visitors can swim at the beach, hike through the forest trails, or even take a boat out to the Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve.

Ohio is also a huge sports state and is home to some of the best known and loved college football teams. Fans tend to be loyal and committed to all professional sports, with state and college teams receiving tons of support from local fans and travelers who enjoy the games.

Cities in Ohio