Highland County, Administrative county in southeastern Ohio, US
Description
Highland County is an administrative county in southeastern Ohio that spans rural territory between the Scioto and Little Miami Rivers. Hillsboro serves as the county seat and main hub for the region.
History
Ohio established this county on May 1, 1805, by combining territories from Ross, Adams, and Clermont counties into a new administrative division. This reorganization reflected the state's expansion and development during the early 19th century.
Culture
Five school districts operate across Highland County, providing education through Greenfield, Hillsboro, Fairfield, Bright Local, and Lynchburg-Clay institutions.
Practical
The county operates the Highland County District Library system with five branches located in Hillsboro, Greenfield, Leesburg, Lynchburg, and Rocky Fork. Visitors also have access to two state parks with trails and fishing opportunities across the area.
Did you know?
The area is home to Rocky Fork State Park and Paint Creek State Park, two protected natural spaces that draw outdoor enthusiasts. These parks provide a range of recreational opportunities and showcase the region's diverse natural features.
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Serpent Mound
22.6 km
Serpent Mound crater
23.8 km
Murphy Theatre
35.5 km
Rocky Fork State Park
11 km
Cowan Lake State Park
35.1 km
Paint Creek State Park
20.2 kmPike Lake State Park
33 km
Cowan Lake
34.5 km
Wilmington Public Library of Clinton County, Ohio
35.8 km
Serpent Mound State Memorial
22.6 km
Beam Farm Woodland Archaeological District
35.9 km
Rocky Fork Park Site
7.7 km
Lynchburg Covered Bridge
18.3 km
Highland County Courthouse
2.7 km
Harshaville Covered Bridge
30.7 km
Williams Stadium
34.6 km
South Salem Academy
30.4 km
Samuel Smith House and Tannery
27 km
South Salem Covered Bridge
30 km
Cowan Creek Circular Enclosure
35.5 km
Doan House
34.7 km
Martinsville Road Covered Bridge
26.2 km
McCafferty Road Covered Bridge
34.2 km
Kim’s Classic Diner
34.5 km
Milton Caniff
3.2 km
Peebles
30.6 km
Serpent Mound
22.8 km
Seip Earthworks
33.4 km
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