Chillicothe, County seat in Ross County, Ohio, United States
Chillicothe stretches along the Scioto River, encompassing 10.60 square miles of territory at an elevation of 190 meters above sea level.
The settlement, established in 1796 by General Nathaniel Massie, served as Ohio's first capital from 1803 to 1810 and again from 1812 to 1816.
The Majestic Theatre maintains its position as a central entertainment venue, operating continuously for more than 158 years in downtown Chillicothe.
The city features multiple parks, including Yoctangee Park, connected by a paved bike path along the floodwall to the Tri-County Triangle Trail.
The name Chillicothe originates from the Shawnee term Chala·ka·tha, indicating the status of a principal settlement in their language.
Location: Ross County
Inception: 1803
Elevation above the sea: 190 m
Website: http://ci.chillicothe.oh.us/
Website: http://ci.chillicothe.oh.us
GPS coordinates: 39.33639,-82.98389
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:56
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
4.8 km
Adena Mansion
3.3 km
Tar Hollow State Park
17.9 km
Logan Elm
19.4 km
Yoctangee Park
332 m
Adena Mound
3.1 km
Grandview Cemetery
1.4 km
Mount Oval
21.4 km
Mary Worthington Macomb House
1.6 km
Mountain House
817 m
Applethorpe Farm
19.1 km
Seip House
1 km
Renick House
1.6 km
Tanglewood
1.1 km
Anthony and Susan Cardinal Walke House
1.3 km
Levi Anderson House
8.3 km
Canal Warehouse
494 m
Vanmeter Church Street House
647 m
Bellevue
17.8 km
Chillicothe Water and Power Company Pumping Station
376 m
Ratcliffe Mound
22.2 km
Mighty Children's Museum
537 m
Scioto Trail State Park
12.3 km
Oak Hill
3.7 km
Hopeton Earthworks
4.8 km
Ross County Historical Society
643 m
Pike County Courthouse
23.4 km
Banking Crisis of 1819
233 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes