+ around the county

Buckeye Hills Country Club

7261 Limes Rd., Greenfield, OH 45123

937-981-4136, buckeyehillsgolf.com

Tee off at Buckeye Hills Country Club, a lovely 18-hole course with sand traps and ponds.

Christman Park

1185-1217 Elm St., Washington Court House, OH 43160

Find outdoor fun at this community park offering basketball courts, playground area, shelter house, walking trails and bicycle trails. Bring your four-legged friend along to run and play in the enclosed off-leash dog park.

Deer Creek State Park

20635 State Park Rd. 20, Mount Sterling, OH 43143 740-869-3124, deercreekparklodge.com

This 2,337-acre park offers a large lake with fishing, boating and swimming. Eight hiking trails with an additional two bridle trails are available. A modern campground, cabins and lodge provide overnight accommodations.

Eyman Park

221 E. Eyman Park Dr., Washington Court House, OH 43160 Head to Eyman Park for horseshoes, skateboarding, basketball and a stocked lake for public fishing.

Eyman Park Splash Pad

110 E. Eyman Park Dr., Washington Court House, OH 43160 This recently expanded splash pad is the perfect place to be on a hot summer day!

Fayette County

Farmer’s Market

101 E. East St., Washington Court House, OH 43160 740-606-3467, fayettecountyfarmers market.wordpress.com

This farmers market sells locally grown fruits and vegetables as well as local honey, eggs, meats, bakery items and flowers direct from vendors.

Fayette County Museum

517 Columbus Ave., Washington Court House, OH 43160 740-335-2953

Explore the checkered history of Fayette County. This 143-yearold house-turned-museum features 14 rooms showcasing artifacts from the county’s history. Tour the museum by appointment from April-September on Saturdays & Sundays from 1-4 p.m.

Game on Arcade

202 E. Court St., Washington Court House, OH 43160 740-313-7265

Dig into pizza and wings as you play nearly 25 old-school arcade games.

Geocaching 740-335-2953, visitfayco.com/things-to-do

Who doesn’t love a good treasure hunt? Following a map, searching for clues and discovering “treasure” is exciting stuff for any age! The Fayette County History Geotrail takes geocachers on a hunt for 13 caches placed throughout the county that all have a historical significance. To get started, download the free geocaching app on your smart device. Complete the trail, fill out the passport and submit it to Fayette County Historical Society to receive a commemorative coin.

The Greens Golf Course of Fayette County 703 Highland Ave., Washington Court House, OH 43160

Play nine holes of outstanding golf on this course.

Historical Markers Driving Tour visitfayco.com/things-to-do

The vibrant and rich history of Fayette County comes alive through a driving tour of Historical Markers. Explore all nine Ohio Historical Society Historical Markers in Fayette County that commemorate specific sites, events and people. Courtesy of the Fayette County Historical Society.

Jeffersonville Area Veterans Memorial Park

This memorial is located in downtown Jeffersonville and lists the names of 1,140 local veterans starting with the Revolutionary War through current day.

Jeffersonville Pool

42 Colonial Dr., Jeffersonville, OH 43128

740-426-6873

Cool off from the hot summer sun at the Jeffersonville Pool, open Memorial Day weekend through the start of school. Seasonal passes and private parties are available.

Le Ella Lanes

1428 U.S. Rte. 22 N.W., Washington Court House, OH 43160 740-335-2580, leellalanes.com

This family-owned bowling alley offers open bowling, leagues and private parties, while its Amore’ Pizzeria serves up pizza, subs and more.

Paint Creek Recreation Trail 2820 Robinson Rd., Washington Court House, OH 43160 tricountytriangletrail.org

Enjoy the great outdoors on this 32-mile paved trail connecting Fayette, Ross and Highland counties. Bridges and wildlife abound.

Roller Haven Fun Center

1640 U.S. Rte. 22 N.W., Washington Court House, OH 43160 740-335-6481, rollerhavenfuncenter.com

Boogie down on four wheels per foot at this roller skating rink perfect for events such as birthday parties.

Shaw Wetlands

2820 Robinson Rd. Washington Court House, OH 43160

Soldiers’ Row Disc Golf Course

Washington Cemetery

1741 Washington Ave., Washington Court House, OH 43160 18-hole disc golf course great for all skill levels located behind Washington Cemetery.

Veterans Memorial Park

This small downtown Washington Court House park offers benches, a veterans’ memorial, flowers during the summer and festive decorations for the holidays. Featuring an original Harry Ahysen mural called “Many Things Are Centered Here,” depicting the old train depot and the County Court House.

White Fence Gallery

137 E. Court St., Washington Court House, OH 43160 Find classes, workshops and community events based on painting, photography, jewelry and more, all geared towards creativity and arts.