Atwood Lake Park

The Great Outdoors

A short drive south of the RV campground is Salt Fork State Park near Cambridge. Not only is Salt Fork the largest state park in Ohio, but it is also where some of the first Ohio residents settled. Make your way to the Kennedy Stone House, built in 1837, to get a better understanding of pioneer life at the time. Once you’ve gotten your fill of history, head down to the shores of Salt Fork Lake and rent a boat to explore the park from another vantage point. If you’d rather stay on dry land, there is an extensive network of trails that will guide you through the park. Salt Fork also offers plenty of additional recreation activities, such as miniature golf, golf, a nature center, and even archery.If you’d rather go somewhere a little more remote, Woodbury Wildlife Area in Coshocton is a great option. Once farmland and then a strip mine, this wildlife preserve beautifully showcases the scenic terrain. Wildlife is plentiful at Woodbury; local inhabitants include white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, beavers, raccoons, and more. Visitors are encouraged to fish in the stocked fishing ponds. If you have the necessary Ohio licenses, you can also hunt in the area during appropriate hunting seasons.If you’re looking for a day trip a little farther from your campsite at Atwood Lake Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park near Akron is the place to go. The Cuyahoga River has kept the surrounding valley healthy for generations. Visitors can explore the expansive network of roughly 125 miles of trails and get a true sense of the wonder of Ohio. Or, if you’re a more experienced canoer or kayaker, you can get your hands on some equipment and make your way to the Cuyahoga River and explore the landscape from the water. If you want to experience something unique, the National Park Service operates a scenic train ride on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad. This nearly three-hour journey leads you past some of the national park’s most stunning features; enjoy it all from the comfort of the train cars.

Explore the Area

Lovers of art will delight in The Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens. This museum showcases the life and work of the Warther family. The work of this local family of artists and inventors is now on display for all to see. The museum also showcases an exhibit dedicated to the local Native populations. After you’ve enjoyed the art, ingenuity, and creativity, you can take a stroll through the gardens.Those looking for some old-fashioned amusement should head to Tuscora Park. This local amusement park is a wonderful destination for families. Tuscora features vintage amusement rides, swimming pools, and a miniature golf course. While many of the amusements are open only during the summer, you can enjoy the fishing pond and playgrounds year-round.History lovers should plan an excursion to the nearby Schoenbrunn Village. The site of the first pioneer village, you can learn all about how early settlers had to adapt to this new landscape. With recreated log cabins, era-appropriate homesteads, and plenty of artifacts on display, there is a lot to learn. If you’re lucky, your travel plans may align with a festival or event, where you can immerse yourself into the local history.Ohio has a rich history in the meat-packing industry, so it’s no surprise that Ohio’s claim-to-fame food is chili. Whether you enjoy chili sandwiches, chili dogs, or even that famed “Skyline Spaghetti,” be sure to treat yourself to this hearty meal.