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Life and Culture of Living in Logan County
Life and Culture of Living in Logan County
Living in and around Logan County, Ohio has numerous benefits. Many treasures may be unexpected but the attractions and natural resources available for those who choose to live in Logan County are as vast as the caverns and as exciting as the lakes all ready to be explored firsthand.
Ohio Caverns
One of Ohio's most popular tourist attractions, the caverns are open all year except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The cave is located 30 miles from Dayton, Ohio near West Liberty. It is the largest of all cave systems in Ohio and contains many crystal formations. Approximately 90% of the stalactite and stalagmite formations are still active. Some of the best places to explore inside the caverns include:
- Crystal Sea and Natural Bridge
- Fantasy Land and the Old Town Pump
- The Crystal King and Deepest Point
- The Big Room and The Good Luck Crystal
- The Palace of the Gods and Dual Formations
- The Jewel Room
Explore Indian Lake
Formerly known as Lewistown Reservoir, it is located approximately 20 miles southeast of Lima. It was named by European-American settlers due to several tribes who lived in the region and found the Lake area to be great for fishing and hunting. Many features to explore in and around Indian Lake include:
- Numerous islands "Indian Isles" which arcs through the center of the lake
- Biking, hiking, trails for walking
- Moundwood and Lakeview Harbor boat ramps
- Popular state walking trails including one ending at Oldfield Beach, Pew Island and Cherokee Campgrounds
- Lake events that begin with the first week in February (Jimmy Buffett weekend) followed by the annual Boat Show in March, fireworks on the 4th of July and "The Ring of Fire" event the Sunday evening of Labor Day weekend.
Many other events take place in and around Indian Lakes which makes it a great place to explore all the waterways, waterfront dining, entertainment and nature options available for people whether they want to have fun or just relax.
Explore Bellefontaine
Bellefontaine means "beautiful spring" in French, due in part to several springs located in the area. The beautiful town boasts entertainment options galore along with shopping, dining and historical sites on the National Register of Historic Places. Some of the sites include:
- McKinley Street
- Court Avenue
- Holland Theater, recently reopened for live events and performances
- Campbell Hill, the highest point in Ohio
This short list is just some of the best ways to explore life and culture in Logan County. Come see for yourself all the area has to offer. From lakes to caves, historical sites to nature parks, there is something for everyone to enjoy from kids on up to adults who will find something of value.
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