Appalachian Byway of Ohio

11/24/2025

Visiting along the byway for the holiday? Find a hotel or a unique place not on the list too...

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10/28/2025

A local stop in Monroe along the byway

10/24/2025

A great blog by the National Scenic Byway Foundation on our byway! https://nsbfoundation.com/blog/appalachian-byway-ohio/

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Explore the Appalachian Byway of Ohio Winding through the rolling hills and valleys of Southeastern Ohio, the Appalachian Byway of Ohio offers a scenic drive full of natural beauty, small-town...

10/09/2025

A great disc golf course in Noble Co. not far from the byway!

Attention local business owners: The Village of Caldwell has constructed a very unique 18 hole disc golf course at Caldwell lake and is planning tournament play for 2026. We are looking for hole sponsors.

This is what you recieve for sponsorship:
➡️ A sign with your business name at the hole you sponsor
➡️Your business name listing in disc golf promotions ads in Spring 2026 for Compass and Ohio Magazines.
➡️ Business name listings in tournament promotions.

This is a great value for the cost of sponsorship. For details call (740)732-4645 or email [email protected]

09/24/2025

Ohio has 27 designated Scenic Byways, and each one offers a different story. From Lake Erie to the Hocking Hills, discover routes that celebrate history, nature and small-town charm. 🚗

🔗 https://www.ohiomagazine.com/travel/article/driving-ohio-s-scenic-byways

09/24/2025

New Byway Guide now available through Ohio State University Extension Publications!

Appalachian Byway of Ohio Guide Now Available at
extensionpubs.osu.edu (SKU 701)

A brand-new guide, written by Gwynn Stewart, MS, Assistant Professor of Community Development in Noble, focuses on sites along the 105-mile Appalachian Byway of Ohio that runs along the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The scenic byway makes its way across southeastern Ohio—from Nelsonville in northwest Athens County, through Morgan and Noble counties, and all the way to Clarington in east Monroe County.

Sites along and near the byway—primarily state Route 78 but also state Route 284—include historic theaters, a jail museum, Miner’s Memorial Park, Big Muskie’s Bucket, and The Wilds, among others.

The Farm Chapter was also supported by Christine Gelley, MS, a Noble County Extension educator for agriculture and natural resources.

09/23/2025

There are some truly lovely farms along the Appalachian Byway of Ohio in all its counties! Come check them out this fall!

Ohio is the Heart of Agriculture. In 2025, we’re highlighting our counties’ commitment to farming.

More than 1/3 of Monroe County is used for farming. We’re grateful for your contributions to our rich agriculture story being told throughout the state.

Monroe County Ohio Sheriff's Office Monroe County SWCD

09/17/2025

It's National Roundabouts Week! Roundabouts improve intersection safety across Ohio's byways. You'll find one along the Appalachian Byway of Ohio in McConnelsville in Morgan County... check it out!

09/12/2025

A cool festival this fall along the byway in Nelsonville.

09/12/2025

A cool stop along the Byway near Caldwell!

Discover the story of the historic Ohio oil well, Thorla-McKee, and how efforts are preserving this energy landmark for generations.

09/09/2025

A dusk train ride is the perfect way to enjoy Halloween! The Hocking Valley Halloween Train departs on Oct. 25 at 6 p.m. Reservations are encouraged! Wear your best family-friendly costume and enjoy some candy after the ride! Plus, if you dare, visit the haunted train car. Tickets for this popular train can be purchased at https://www.hvsry.org/train-rides/halloween-train/.

09/09/2025

Fall colors are coming to the byway!

🍂🍁🍃 Fall colors are TREE-RIFFIC, and we are excited for the season to begin! 🍂🍁🍃

Our popular Fall Color campaign and video series will begin soon but here's a sneak peak of a prediction of when you can see peek fall color in the buckeye state 🍂 Keep up with all the latest fall color updates here on social media and at our Fall color website: http://fallcolor.ohiodnr.gov/.

Ohio, The Heart of it All
Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry
Ohio State Parks