Visit Mansfield, Ohio — The Haunted Capital of Ohio

Mansfield, Ohio offers one-of-a-kind experiences including Hollywood, Haunted, and High Speed! Mansfield showcases America at its Best! Whether you’re planning a visit with family and friends or planning a family reunion or corporate retreat, Mansfield offers memorable spots to create the perfect backdrop to your plans.

Travel the path of Hollywood on the Shawshank Trail, a self-guided driving tour of the 12 area filming sites of the blockbuster movie The Shawshank Redemption. Walk the halls of the Ohio State Reformatory (a.k.a. Shawshank State Prison) or visit the movie’s opening scene at Malabar Farm.

Travel the trail at your own pace and see overnight hotel packages to create a 2-day getaway at www.ShawshankTrail.com or 800-642-8282.

Mansfield also shines as the Haunted Capital of Ohio and you can see why at www.HauntedMansfield.com. Whether it’s a story of legend the employees tell or a documented paranormal investigation, you’ll find the right fit for your level of haunted interest at spots around town. Check out the current list of haunted sites including the Ohio State Reformatory and The Haunted Bissman Building, plus upcoming events and overnight packages and download the Haunted Guide. Also, see Haunted Mansfield, Ohio on Facebook.

Nothing beats the heart pounding action of sitting trackside watching live motorsports. This area offers world-class racing at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, racing IndyCar to Supercycles and hosting the largest motorcycle swap meet in North America. Check out www.ExperienceMotorsports.com for schedules, hotel availability, and RACE DEALS to stretch your dollars.

Known for nationally recognized attractions like the Ohio State Reformatory, filming site of The Shawshank Redemption and other special spots, Mansfield has something for everyone. Visit Malabar Farm State Park, home of Pulitzer-Prize winning author Louis Bromfield and wedding site of Bogey & Bacall. Stroll the gardens and mansion at Kingwood Center or experience BibleWalk with life-sized biblical dioramas and 4 museums. Kids love the Richland Carrousel Park or Little Buckeye Children’s Museum and the arts are alive in Mansfield with the Mansfield Art Center, Renaissance Theatre, and Mansfield Playhouse.

Love the outdoors? Come visit during Mohican Wildlife Weekend in April, sign your kids up for an extreme sports camp during the summer at Ohio Dreams, and winter shines with 2 ski resorts, Snow Trails Resort and Clear Fork Resort, for skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing!

And don’t forget some of the best-loved pastimes: shopping and dining. Eat in a train car at Buckeye Express Diner, let a car hop serve you at Slick’z Drive-in or taste the richness of local ingredients at a  restaurant that used to be a stage coach stop at Malabar Farm Restaurant. Need something to take home? Try a homemade Bundt cake at Eatmor Bundt, a special wine at Cypress Hill Winery or the Happy Grape, or the most unique shopping experience at Glen’s Surplus.

And did we mention pulling it all together with a package or overnight stay? Whether you prefer a bed and breakfast, chain hotel, or hillside cottages, they’re all here. Visit www.MansfieldTourism.com or call 800-642-8282 and order your free Visitor Guide.

Mohican State Park Loudonville: The Camp & Canoe Capital of Ohio

Mohican State Park Loudonville is The Best in Ohio

For generations families have spent summers in Loudonville.  Since the first canoe livery opened in 1961, Loudonville has grown in visitor activities to become the “Camp & Canoe Capital of Ohio.” Don’t miss our newest attractions Tree Frog Canopy Tours zip line, Natural Fit Outdoor Adventures, tree climbing, and Triple M Riding Rescue Ranch, horseback riding!

Other outdoor gems include Mohican State Park’s 6,000 acres of rugged woodland offering 45 miles of hiking trails, nine miles of bridle trails and a highly rated 24.5 miles mountain bike trail. Don’t miss Clear Fork Gorge and Pleasant Hill Dam.  Nearby Malabar Farm State Park, tour their 32-room Big House, farm, and Visitors Center.

Browse the unique shops in Loudonville’s Victorian downtown and dine at area restaurants. Lodging includes cabins, hotels, cottages, bed-n-breakfast, houses, deluxe resort, even a castle plus more than 4,400 campsites. We have fairs and festival galore.

Mohican-Loudonville Visitors Bureau
877-2MOHICAN
www.DiscoverMohican.com

Streetsboro – Northeast Ohio’s Best Vacation Value

Streetsboro, Ohio - The Ideal Location for Your Next Vacation

Streetsboro offers something for everyone year round! We are the ideal location to launch a memorable vacation, reunion, get away or business trip. Streetsboro provides exceptional accommodations suitable for any preference or budget including nine hotels and two campgrounds.

Streetsboro is within driving distance to many of the area’s best attractions including Wildwater Kingdom, Boulder Creek Golf Club, Aurora Farms Premium Outlets, Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad & National Park, Kent State University Museum, Pro Football Hall of Fame, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, fishing, water sports, outdoor leisure activities, zoos, sporting activities, wineries and more. From festivals to fairs to concerts, we put you near all the action.

Streetsboro is located in the heart of it all and offers a very affordable vacation.

Streetsboro Visitors & Convention Bureau
8929 State Route 14, Suite A
Streetsboro, OH 44241
330-422-1770 or 888-558-5580
www.StreetsboroVCB.com

Travel the path of Hollywoodon the Shawshank Trail, a self-guided driving tour of the 13 area filming sites of the blockbuster movie The Shawshank Redemption. Walk the halls of the Ohio State Reformatory (a.k.a. Shawshank State Prison) or visit the movie’s opening scene at Malabar Farm.

Travel the trail at your own pace and see overnight hotel packages to create a 2-day getaway at www.ShawshankTrail.com or 800-642-8282.

Mansfield also shines as the Haunted Capital of Ohio and you can see why at www.HauntedMansfield.com. Whether it’s a story of legend the employees tell or a documented paranormal investigation, you’ll find the right fit for your level of haunted interest at spots around town. Check out our current list of haunted sites including the Ohio State Reformatory and The Haunted Bissman Building, plus upcoming events and overnight packages. Also, see Haunted Mansfield, Ohio on Facebook.

For generations families have traveled to Loudonville, Ohio for warm weather vacation fun. But when the leaves fall from the trees and a gentle layer of snow covers the hills, the area become a very special winter getaway with lots of “cool” weather things to do too.

Mohican State Park is serene and scenic in the off-season. In autumn the 6,000 acres of rugged woodlands are ablaze with all the colors of the rainbow. Clear Fork Gorge, deepest gorge in Ohio, is particularly scenic. The colors of fall and snowfall of winter can be enjoyed on the Park’s 45 miles of hiking trails, 24.5 miles of challenging mountain bike trails, even 9 miles of enjoyable bridle trails. In addition, visitors can cross country ski and snowmobile in Mohican. Downhill skiing is also available close-by in Mansfield.

Nearby Malabar Farm State Park is also a great place to visit in the off-season. The working farm has tours of their 32-room Big House, built by fames author Louis Bromfield. They also have 12 miles of trails for hikers and horseback riding. Rent cross country skis at the Farm’s Visitor Center. As weather permits, ice fish on the house pond and on nearby Pleasant Hill Lake.

The Mohican State Park Forest also allows hunting, in season. A valid Ohio hunting license is required and can be purchased at a local store. D & D Lodge offers hunting packages.

Browse the shops at a leisurely pace in Loudonville’s quaint Victorian downtown. Shops include shoes and jewelry, handcrafted Amish furniture, a Native American shop, art galleries, curio shops, 125 year old hardware store and more. Our lodgings includes a Victorian bed-n-breakfast, cottages and cabins (from basic to deluxe), motels, a luxury resort with all the amenities, even a castle. What better way to spend a cool fall or winter evening than around your hotel’s crackling fireplace or at local restaurant with family. Mohican-Loudonville provides a “cool” getaway even when the weather gets cool.

Loudonville-Mohican Convention & Visitors Bureau
877-2MOHICAN
www.Loudonville-Mohican.com

Just off the Northern coast of Ohio on Lake Erie, you’ll find Kelleys Island, which is the largest fresh water American island in Lake Erie. Yet at 4 square miles, it has the feel of a small community, surrounded by forests and beaches. This popular Ohio vacation spot has something for everyone, from outdoor enthusiast, to history buff, to the late-night party-goer. During the day, you can take a stroll along sandy beaches and on the winding boardwalk through woods filled with wild grapes and butterflies. At night, head into town for live music and drinks at the many bars and taverns, each with its own atmosphere and specialties.

The Island is full of history, with sites like the Glacial Grooves State Memorial, where you can see where glaciers cut through the rock, carving channels and grooves over 30,000 years ago. Aside from natural wonders, there are also other historic sites and buildings you can see and tour, like Kelleys Mansion, a 3-story mansion built in 1860′s. Walk through town and see historic and quaint shops.

If you enjoy fishing, Kelleys Island is great place to catch perch, catfish, smallmouth and white bass, as well as the fish they are most well-known for – walleye. Bring your boat, or take a trip on a fishing charter.

Other attractions at Kelleys Island include Kelleys Island Brewery. Taste beer made right here on the island while enjoying live music outside, overlooking Lake Erie. The island also features a winery, Kelleys Island Wine Co., which is known for its relaxed atmosphere and award-winning wines.

So if you’re looking for a fun and relaxing Island getaway, there’s no need to head south. Instead, take a ferry to Ohio’s northern islands for a great vacation on Kelleys Island.

In the summer, Cleveland, Ohio comes out of hibernation and the streets are full of people enjoying the beautiful weather. It’s the perfect vacation destination in the summer because there are so many great festivals that promise a good time. Enjoy the company of your family and friends while dining on delicious meals, enjoying the beauty of art or listening to the unique music at these 5 Cleveland events this summer (provided by Cleveland.com).

The Tall Ships Festival: This event is taking place on July 7-11 at the Port of Cleveland dock just north of the Cleveland Browns Stadium. Climb aboard ships to learn all about them and explore the maritime market place and other special events during this educational Cleveland festival. The festivities start on Wednesday with the Parade of Sail at 4:00pm and continue until 6:00pm on Sunday. For more information, call 216-236-8467

The Cain Park Arts Festival: The festival, July-9-11 will be at Cain Park, 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights. There’s an art exhibit that attracts about 150 exhibitors that show drawings, paintings, jewelry, sculptures and more. There’s also musical acts that attract many listeners such as No Money Down, the FlipSide and the Lenny Russo Band. Also enjoy the gourmet food offerings from the area’s finest restaurants. For more information call 216-371-3000.

The Painesville Party in the Park: The party is taking place on July 16-18 in Veteran’s Park, 7 Richmond Street. There will be three stages that will have reggae, jazz, folk, soul and funk bands playing continuously throughout the day and night. The beer garden offers domestic and micro brews and there’s plenty of shopping, demonstrations and activities for the kids. This is a free event that starts at noon on Friday and ends at 11:00pm on Sunday.

The Cuyahoga County Fair: The fair runs August 9-15 at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 164 Eastland Road, Berea. Attendees can expect 20 midway rides, 100 food stands, animals, exhibits, bull riding, country music, arts and crafts, a beer garden, shops, a demolition derby and fireworks. Don’t miss out on the variety of activities this event has to offer for the whole family on your Ohio summer vacation.

The Feast of the Assumption: This special event will be taking place in Little Italy August 12-15. There will be entertainment, rides and games and don’t forget to come hungry because you won’t want to miss the delicious food provided by the area’s best restaurants.

These summer festivals will make your Ohio vacation even more special than you expected. Don’t forget to explore Cleveland’s downtown area complete with museums, restaurants and nightlife while you’re in town. For more information on any of the summer events, read the full Cleveland.com article.