Appalachian Byway of Ohio

08/18/2026

Plan a trip to The Wilds Saturday, August 29 for Painted Dog Day.

RUN—don’t walk—to The Wilds for Painted Dog Day on August 29! (You can also drive. In fact, we suggest that. 😄)

From 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on August 29, 2026, we’ll be featuring this beautiful African species with a selfie station, crafts, and more! You'll also get to see the pack of painted dogs that The Wilds protects every day.

Get more info here: https://www.thewilds.org/events/painted-dog-day

08/14/2026

🚨🚗 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🚗🚨

The wait is almost over!

Tomorrow, Historic Downtown Cambridge will be filled with incredible cars, trucks, Jeeps, motorcycles, music, food, shopping, and plenty of fun at the Cambridge Classic Cruise-In & Car Show!

🎶 Cruz-Ins performing Noon–3 PM
🍔 Food vendors
🏆 20+ vehicle classes & special awards
🛍️ Downtown shopping & dining
🚗 And LOTS of amazing rides!

📅 TOMORROW — Saturday, August 15
🕘 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📍 Historic Downtown Cambridge

Share this post, tag your friends, and we'll see you TOMORROW! 🏁

08/06/2026

Step back in time and explore the history of Nelsonville!

Invisible Ground recently unveiled two immersive historic markers at Nelsonville’s Public Square and Brick Kilns, along with a new podcast episode about Nelsonville. Using augmented reality, the markers bring local history to life through your smartphone or other mobile device, offering an interactive way to experience Nelsonville’s past.

The Nelsonville Community Foundation, in partnership with FAO and the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation, awarded this project a 2024 grant. We are proud to support this innovative project that preserves and celebrates the rich history of our beloved hometown and communities across Southeast Ohio.

To learn more about the Invisible Ground project, visit www.FindInvisibleGround.com.

08/01/2026

There’s no better way to experience the charm of the Appalachian Byway of Ohio than with a slice of homemade pie and a scenic drive through our beautiful communities!

Celebrate Homemade Pie Day by stopping at these delicious local favorites along the Byway:
🥧 The Woodsfield Diner – Woodsfield
🥧 Blue Bell Diner - McConnelsville
🥧 Tammy's Country Kitchen – Nelsonville
🥧 Kathy's Kitchen – Caldwell
🥧 Lori's Family Restaurant - Caldwell

From flaky crusts and fresh fruit fillings to creamy classics, each stop offers its own taste of Appalachian hospitality. Gather your friends, hit the road, and discover why homemade pie makes every journey sweeter.

📍 Explore the Appalachian Byway of Ohio one slice at a time!

❤️ Tell us: What’s your favorite kind of pie?

🥧🍎🍒🚗

07/24/2026

🎣🐟 National Fishing Month Starts Today! Explore the Ohio Appalachian Byway! 🐟🎣

July 24 marks the beginning of National Fishing Month, and the Ohio Appalachian Byway is the perfect place to celebrate. Winding through Noble, Monroe, Morgan, and portions of Athens and Muskingum counties, the Byway offers some of the best fishing opportunities in southeastern Ohio—from large reservoirs to secluded reclaimed mining ponds.

🎣 Burr Oak Lake – This 664-acre reservoir near Glouster is a favorite destination for anglers seeking quality largemouth bass and saugeye. With a 10-horsepower motor limit, it's a peaceful place to fish, and accessible paved fishing access is available at Dock #4. Bass anglers can target fallen timber, while saugeye are often caught trolling deep-running lures.

🎣 Wolf Run Lake – Located just three miles north of Caldwell, this 220-acre lake is highly rated for channel catfish and is actively managed as a rainbow trout fishery. With camping available on the south shore and a 10-horsepower motor limit, Wolf Run is a great destination for a fishing getaway.

🎣 Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area & Jesse Owens State Park – Covering more than 54,000 acres of reclaimed mining land, this unique landscape features hundreds of ponds ideal for kayak and shore fishing. Anglers can target bass, bluegill, and other panfish while enjoying a truly secluded outdoor experience. The Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area is also recognized as one of Ohio's top 10 destinations for catfish and sunfish fishing, making it a must-visit stop along the Byway.

🎣 Ohio River (Belleville Pool) – Bordering the eastern end of the Byway near Clarington, this stretch of the Ohio River produces healthy populations of walleye, sauger, and black bass. Numerous boat ramps and public access points make it easy to spend a day on the water.

Whether you're chasing trophy catfish, casting for bass, trolling for saugeye, or introducing a child to fishing for the first time, the Ohio Appalachian Byway offers a fishing adventure for every angler.

📸 We'd love to see your catches! Share your fishing photos in the comments and tell us your favorite fishing spot along the Ohio Appalachian Byway.

07/21/2026

Great idea 💡!

07/15/2026

📣 Big news for road trip lovers! The National Scenic Byway Association has officially designated September 22 as National Scenic Byway Day. This new annual celebration honors the country's most spectacular roads and the unforgettable journeys they inspire. Mark your calendar and get ready to explore breathtaking landscapes, small towns, and incredible stories found along America's scenic byways.

Where will the road take you on September 22?

07/13/2026

Morgan County outdoor recreation grows with a new Appalachian Hills visitor center featuring wildlife education, scenic views, and bison.

07/13/2026

We are happy to announce this event at Piatt Park on Friday July 31st! Thanks to great volunteers and other county offices offering their time and side by sides we are hosting an adventure for our lovely community members that may not have a chance otherwise to tour the park. Our goal is to be able to help our older generation in the county and those with physical restrictions that keep them from being able to walk the trails on their own. We will have our volunteers drive our guests through the trails where they will find stops along the way to talk to other valued members of our community to talk about nature and have some pleasant conversations. So if you know someone whom the trails would normally be a challenge instead of fun, please let them know that we would love to help them turn it back into a fun day ! Call our office at 740-472-1328 for more information !