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12 Best and Fun Things To Do In Guernsey County, Ohio


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Travelers visiting this region of Ohio will discover a plethora of things to see and do to keep themselves entertained during their visit.

From heritage trails, performing arts venues, shops, and parks, Guernsey County has something for everyone!

Visit one of six museums in the area, which includes the country’s first highway, and learn about the county’s glass-making heritage, or sample some local cuisine at one of the many excellent restaurants.

You’ll also find a range of outdoor activities here, with Salt Fork State Park being a popular recreation area for locals and visitors alike.

Go hiking, fishing, boating, ziplining and horseback riding, or, if you’re looking for something a little more laid-back, take a scenic drive or motorcycle tour to enjoy the scenery.

If you can picture yourself spending some time here on your next break, keep reading for a list of everything you need to know about Guernsey County.

The 12 Most Popular Things To Do In Guernsey County, Ohio

12. Guernsey County Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

Location: 218 N 8th Street Cambridge OH

Tel:  740 439 5884

11. Kennedy Stonehouse Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (47 reviews)

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Location: 14755 Cadiz Rd. Lore City OH

Tel:  740 489 5608

Web Address:   http://kennedystonehouse.org/Kennedy_Stone_House/Welcome.html

10. Egypt Valley Wildlife Area

4.5 ★★★★★ (273 reviews)

Location: Interstate 70 and Streetate Route 800 Piedmont OH

Tel:  740 589 9930

Web Address:   https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/egypt-valley-wildlife-area

9. Byesville Scenic Railway

4.0 ★★★★☆ (36 reviews)

Location: 100 Tolliver Trail Byesville OH

Tel:  740 432 2022

Web Address:   http://bsrw.org/

8. Salt Fork Lake

4.4 ★★★★☆ (60 reviews)

7. Hosak’s Cave–Salt Fork State Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (63 reviews)

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Location: 1300416000 Kimbolton OH

Web Address:   https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/hosak-s-cave

6. Great Guernsey Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ (66 reviews)

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Location: Cambridge OH

5. National Museum of Cambridge Glass

4.8 ★★★★★ (126 reviews)

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Location: 136 S 9th Street Cambridge OH

Tel:  740 432 4245

Web Address:   http://cambridgeglassmuseum.org/

4. Senecaville Lake

4.7 ★★★★★ (227 reviews)

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3. Dickens Victorian Village

4.8 ★★★★★ (243 reviews)

Location: 647 Wheeling Ave Cambridge OH

Tel:  740 421 4956

Web Address:   http://dickensvictorianvillage.com/

2. Deerassic Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (300 reviews)

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Location: 14250 Cadiz Road Cambridge OH

Tel:  740 435 9500

Web Address:   https://deerassic.com/

1. Salt Fork State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (2,530 reviews)

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Location: 14755 Cadiz Road Lore City OH

Tel:  740 432 1508

Web Address:   https://ohiodnr.gov/wps/portal/gov/odnr/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/salt-fork-state-park

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Guernsey County, Ohio! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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