Sidney, Ohio
Top Spots in and near Sidney
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Saint Paris, Ohio
Camp at Kiser Lake
5.0This pet-friendly park has some great sites for lakeside camping, all on the east-end of the lake, giving campers a great view of the sunset. The sites are near a 'field' of lily pads, and the frog calls that emanate from the area make for a relaxing sound to sleep to. There are few trees lakes...Read more -
Huntsville, Ohio
Hike the Pew Island Trail, Indian Lake
1 miI hiked this trail on a very cold, blustery day. A winter storm was blowing in across the ice and temperatures were downright frigid. Nevertheless, this trail was enjoyable and offered some great views of the lake. It is a very easy one mile loop and has a couple of side trails for fishing and hu...Read more -
Bellefontaine, Ohio
Visit Campbell Hill
0.1 mi / 10 ft gainOne of the easiest of the 50 State Highpoints in the United States to visit, Campbell Hill sits just outside Bellefountaine (pronounced Bell-fountain), Ohio. Sitting on the grounds of the Hi-Point Career Center, Campbell Hill is open to visitors virtually everyday of the year during daylight hour...Read more -
West Liberty, Ohio
Explore Ohio Caverns
4.81 mi / 80 ft gainOhio Caverns is a locally owned private establishment with guided tours through the cave system that lies beneath the rolling farmland of Central Western Ohio. The caves were formed by the dissolution of the Devonian limestone bedrock below, giving way to some of the most phenomenal cave features...Read more -
Vandalia, Ohio
Waterfall Loop at Englewood MetroPark
5.02.25 miThis adventure begins at a parking lot within the Englewood East MetroPark, right at the trailhead for the white trail. Begin the hike into the woods, following the well-marked path through points 1 and 2. Continue straight on the white path until you hit point 7, where you will switch over to th...Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Explore the History of George Rogers Clark Park
5.0The George Rogers Clark Park has over 6 miles of nature hiking trails as well as a fishing pond. There are large A-frames at several points in the park to set up for the afternoon and grill some hotdogs, and plenty of field space to lay out some blankets and break out the picnic basket. The bigge...Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Float the Mad River near Springfield
4.0This section is perfect for the beginner river adventurer or a family with little ones. It is only 2.5 miles long, and is extremely calm and pretty. Depending on river levels and speed, it should take around 60-90 minutes to complete (kayak/canoe). There are also several shores along the way for ...Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Disc Golf at Snyder Park
4.0This course, sponsored by Hazy Shade, is not for beginners! It is for disc golfers who have some experience and are willing to challenge themselves and live on the edge. Almost every hole has a water hazard, with several of them being in spots that may cause you to need to stop and switch your ga...Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Climb at Mad River Gorge
1 miJust a short hike down from the parking lot lies a half mile of cliffside full of climbing opportunities! Plenty of variety for different skill levels, although someone in your group will need to lead climb to set up the route first. There are hooks already in place on each route, and you are not...Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Hike the Stone's Throw Trail
4.00.8 miThis 0.4 trail is tiny but mighty! It is hidden up the hill from the CJ Brown Reservoir Visitor Center, and leads down a small wooded path to a less accessed part of the lake. This is a common spot for birdwatching, and a favorite place for Springfield's elusive Great Blue Herons. Follow the p...Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Stroll along the Dam at the CJ Brown Reservoir
3.01.2 miThis walk is safe, open, flat and perfect for getting some exercise with a view! The dam is 1.2 miles round trip, and open for a variety of activities - walking, jogging, biking, skateboarding, and rollerblading! At the far end of the dam is a long set of stairs leading to the lower parking lot...Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Swim at Buck Creek SP
2.5Officially opened in 1975, Buck Creek State Park is home to a 2,120 acre lake with 1,896 acres of land consisting of forests, meadows, a beach, and two dams. On a warm summer day, this beach is the place to be! Plenty of free parking and plenty of space to spread out. It is the only beach in Spri...Read more -
Riverside, Ohio
Discover the Complete History of US Aviation
5.0The best part about this adventure? It is FREE! Free parking, free WiFi, and yes, you can see all sorts of planes from the SR-71 Blackbird to past Air Force Ones, all without paying a dime. Some planes you are even able to walk through to get a good look of the interiors! This is one of the best...Read more -
Yellow Springs, Ohio
Visit the Tecumseh Sunflower Field
4.0If you're driving along US 68 towards Yellow Springs, Ohio in early September, you just may be lucky enough to come upon the Tecumseh Sunflower Field in full bloom! You only have about two-three weeks where the flowers will be bright, happy and alive, so make plans to hit it in time. There is f...Read more -
Dayton, Ohio
Photograph the Five Rivers Fountain of Lights
5.0Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, these massive water fountains operate several times each day according to a rigid schedule: 10-minute intervals at the top of the hour, Mon.-Fri., 6:55 AM-9:55 PM and weekends 10:55 AM-9:55 PM. The five fountains shoot 2,500 gallons of water per minute 200 feet...Read more -
Yellow Springs, Ohio
Glen Helen Nature Preserve Loop
2.77 mi / 367 ft gainGlen Helen is located just next to downtown Yellow Springs, a small but well-known town popular for its eclectic and artistic community. This preserve was set to close permanently in 2020 due to lack of funding, but the former owner Antioch College sold the preserve to the Glen Helen Association ...Read more
Camping and Lodging in Sidney
Wapakoneta, Ohio
Wapakoneta KOA Holiday
This owner-operated park awaits your arrival. Regardless if you're traveling 30 or 500 miles, this conveniently located campground off I-...
2630 Croft Road
Cj Brown Dam And Reservoir Dam Site (Oh)
Overview
C.J. Brown Reservoir is located in west-central Ohio, two miles northeast of Springfield; thirty-five miles northeast of Dayton,...
Brookville, Ohio
Dayton KOA Holiday
At the Dayton KOA, you can relax by the heated pool, cast your line in the lake for that big catch or gather around the campfire roasting...
Richmond, Indiana
Richmond KOA Holiday
Need something to make your stay more enjoyable? Just ask. That's the attitude at this campground, which includes a mix of grassy and sha...