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Fun things to do in and around Richland County, OH.

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A list that offers fun for the whole family and presents hidden gems that Google doesn't do justice.
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Outdoor Activities

Activities that include fun days at the park, walking with nature, or beautiful scenic views.
 
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Marshall park features a splash pad, 2 playgrounds, a tennis court, a basketball court, and so much more. There is fun for the whole family.
Ontario Marshall Park
 
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The small town of bellville features a great farmers marker in the summer months from 9am -12pm every Saturday
Farmers Market
 
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The bike trail features miles of trails throughout richland county. There is always free parking and multiple locations to enter and exit. You can go for a walk, connect with nature, have a family outing, walk your dog, or bike the trail. The outdoor...
Richland B&O Bike Trail
 
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These botanical gardens feature a hidden mansion that was home to the original creature, beautiful rich gardens, a large pond with duck feeding, and activies for the whole family to enjoy. Please the first Monday of every month is free admission!
Kingwood Center Gardens
 
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This dog park is the perfect place to take your dog to play! It features a fenced in utopia of wide open space, free roam capabilities, and potentially your dogs new best friend. Don't forget to bring a doggie bag on your visit!
Maize Memorial Dog Park
 
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This park is new and improved featuring new playground equipment and a great place for your family to play.
Sterkel Park
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This park features a huge playground, a basketball court, and picnic tables for your lunch and play event. It also has a scenic view of a beautiful water front pond.
Bicentennial Park
 
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This beautiful preserve features multiple trails and water elements that are breath taking to look at. Become one with nature and transverse the trails for a quiet peaceful outing.
Fleming Falls Preserve
 
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A great place to hide that features beautiful scenic views that make the hike worth it. Its a peaceful serene just you and the vastness of nature.
Clear Fork Valley Scenic Trail
 
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A beautiful view especially in the fall
Mt. Jeez Overlook
 
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A beautiful state park located in Ashland County. With an abundance to trails, a camping ground, a lodge, and so much more for the whole family to enjoy. A home away from home.
Mohican State Park
 
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A great place for fishing, boating, exploring, and relaxation.
Clearfork Reservoir Park
 
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Fun for the whole family! The infield has batting cages, go karts, arcade games, and a miniature golf course.
The Infield
 
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A place perfect for kids who love animals!
Shady Lane Alpaca Farm
 
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A place to ski, snowboard, and so much more.
Snow Trails
 
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Who doesnt love a "friendly" game of paintball ? A great place where fun and competition come together to create bragging rights and laughter.
Battle Zone Paintball Park

Restaurants

A yummy part of any day. After a morning full of adventure or an evening planned for adventure. It's always a great idea to get your energy back on some fantastic food.
 
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An historical restaurant located in downtown Mansfield.
Coneys | Coney Island Inn | Mansfield Ohio
 
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The destination for fantastic pub food. Their menu features burgers, pizza, chicken wings, and so much more.
City Grille | Mansfield OH
 
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A restaurant located in the "underground" tunnels of Mansfield. Its new edition brings a new flare to the dining experience.
Prohibition at the Caverns
 
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A small quaint restaurant featuring a big personality and great food!
UNCLE JOHN’S PLACE
 
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One of Mansfield's most popular restaurants.
Mansfield Family Restaurant- Southside

Other Food & Drinks

 
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The Phoenix Brewing company is a great place for ice cold craft beer and entertainment.
The Phoenix Brewing Company
 
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Fantastic wine, great food, various events, & you can even pick your own blueberries.
The Blueberry Patch

Arts & Entertainment

Great places for beautiful exhibits and great fun
 
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The art measum is a beautiful destination for those who love art. They also feature art exhibits from well know artists.
Mansfield Art Center
 
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The square is a great place to explore. It provides family owned and operated restaurants and businesses, a beautiful fountain and gazebo, and the historic carousel. There is always an event happening at the square.
Downtown Mansfield, Inc.
 
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A fun place for the whole family
Altitude Trampoline Park
 
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The museum is a great place for the whole family and encourages exploration and adventure.
Buckeye Imagination Museum - Home
 
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For those who want to see the Bible come to life
Biblewalk
 
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A place where escaping is your number 1 goal. You will encounter puzzles, secrets, riddles, and so much more.
Exithis
 
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A museum that is a time capsule full of firefighting vehicles and equipment throughout the years. A fantastic place to bring your children to explore and learn.
The Mansfield Fire Museum
 
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Who doesn't love axe throwing! A fun place for the first timer or the professional
Parties And Events | Axe Social Lounge | Axe Throwing Ohio
 
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Do you want a full day of pampering? The Bankz Salon offers packages for those who want more than one service. They offer pedicures, manicures, massages, facials, and a salon experience!
Bankz Salon

Local Favorites

The places locals love to visit the most.
 
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Gorman Nature Center offers fun for the whole family. There are trails you can explore, the nature center to walk around, and events that happen all the time.
Gorman Nature Center
 
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The Bird Sanctuary is a great place to see beautiful birds and explore nature trails. Its also a nature rehabilitation center that cares for sick and injured birds.
Ohio Bird Sanctuary
 
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Featured in the movie Shawshank Redemption. The Mansfield Reformatory is a great place to tour and explore. They even have over night stays during Halloween. You may even see a ghost!
The Ohio State Reformatory
 
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Experience the thrill of racing at the motor speedway located in Lexington, OH
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
 
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This beautiful historic carousel is beautiful and fun to ride.
Richland Carrousel Park