Ross County, Historical county in southern Ohio, United States
Description
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.
History
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.
Culture
The county preserves multiple Native American earthworks at Hopewell Culture National Historical Park, documenting the traditions of ancient civilizations in Ohio.
Practical
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.
Did you know?
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.
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Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
6.9 km
Adena Mansion
4.9 km
Tar Hollow State Park
24.5 km
Paint Creek State Park
29.5 km
Yoctangee Park
6.6 km
Adena Mound
5.3 km
Grandview Cemetery
6.4 kmTar Hollow State Forest
25.6 km
Mary Worthington Macomb House
6.9 kmScioto Trail State Forest
15.2 km
Mountain House
5.9 km
Applethorpe Farm
24.7 km
South Salem Academy
21.6 km
Seip House
5.9 km
Travellers' Rest Inn
27.5 km
Renick House
6 km
Tanglewood
6.2 km
Samuel Smith House and Tannery
27.6 km
South Salem Covered Bridge
21.9 kmDavid Stitt Mound
17.3 km
Anthony and Susan Cardinal Walke House
5.3 km
Levi Anderson House
3.7 km
Canal Warehouse
7 km
Vanmeter Church Street House
5.9 km
Bellevue
21.8 km
Chillicothe Water and Power Company Pumping Station
6.8 kmRoss Lake
13 km
Mighty Children's Museum
6.8 km
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