Why This One Little Town Is Ohio’s Best Kept Secret

When it comes to small, beautiful, *and* underrated small towns, Ohio has plenty. There is one town in particular, however, that isn't just the epitome of small-town charm, but a place of endless adventure, family fun, and artistic flair. This most underrated town in Ohio we're talking about, of course, is Yellow Springs. This Southwest Ohio town is home to a population of approximately 3,513 residents, Antioch College, a colorful downtown, the nearby John Bryan State Park, and, (you guessed it), the official "Yellow Spring" after which the town is named. Let's go on a little tour of Yellow Springs, the most underrated town in all of Ohio:

Welcome to Yellow Springs, Ohio, a small town with roughly 3,500 residents.

This artsy little locale is colorful and vibrant.

Visiting the downtown area is an absolute delight!

Find the official "Yellow Spring" (which actually looks more orange than yellow) at the Glen Helen Nature Preserve, which covers 1,000 acres and features a 25-mile network of footpaths that allows visitors to observe 400-year-old trees, limestone cliffs with waterfalls and overhangs, and the official yellow spring.

Fun fact: The wooded glen was donated to to Antioch College in memory of alumnus Taylor Birch's daughter, Helen, in 1929.

John Bryan State Park is also close to the town of Yellow Springs and offers beautiful hiking trails if you’re searching for something more adventurous. It’s a 752-acre park that features a limestone gorge cut by the Little Miami Scenic River, which is approximately one mile from Yellow Springs. Visitors can camp, fish, rock climb, rappel, and mountain bike here.

Another popular attraction in Yellow Springs is Young’s Jersey Dairy, which is a perfect stop to make for some family fun.

It’s a working dairy farm that features homemade ice cream and cheese, two restaurants, a bakery, miniature golf, a driving range, batting cage, animals to pet, and so much more!

Just five minutes from Yellow Springs you’ll find the historic site of Clifton Mill.

This beautiful attraction in Yellow Springs features a vintage mill, a covered bridge, a 1940s-era gas station, and a quaint American restaurant. Find this dreamy destination at 75 Water Street, Clifton, OH, 45316.

Have you ever been to Yellow Springs before? What was your experience like? Do you agree that it's the most underrated town in Ohio? We'd love to hear from you -- share your thoughts and photos with us via our Facebook page!