Ross County

Ross County is a county in southern Ohio featuring rolling terrain with dense forests mixed with farmland spread across the landscape. The Scioto River runs through the eastern portion, shaping the land with its river valleys and flood plains.

The area was established as a county in 1798, shortly before Chillicothe served as Ohio's first state capital from 1803 to 1810. The relocation of the state capital to Columbus marked a turning point in the region's growth.

The county preserves multiple Native American earthworks at Hopewell Culture National Historical Park, documenting the traditions of ancient civilizations in Ohio.

The county has several nature reserves such as Great Seal State Park and Paint Creek State Park for outdoor recreation. Visitors can find activities year-round including hiking, fishing, and exploring natural areas.

The area contains ancient earthworks of the Hopewell culture at the national historical park, remnants of prehistoric settlements. These archaeological sites reveal the engineering skills and social organization of early peoples who lived there.

Location: Ohio

Inception: August 20, 1798

Capital city: Chillicothe

Reference: ROS

Shares border with: Pickaway County, Hocking County, Vinton County, Jackson County, Pike County, Highland County, Fayette County

Website: http://pickawayross.com/Default.aspx

GPS coordinates: 39.33000,-83.06000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:21