Here Are 11 Spots In Ohio You Must Explore This Winter

Winter in Ohio can be stunningly beautiful. There are several parks, forests and other destinations that are just as beautiful to explore during the winter months as they are to explore during the spring, summer and fall months.  The following are 11 places in Ohio that we think you should take the time to explore this winter after you've had enough cabin fever.

1. Old Man's Cave (Hocking Hills State Park)

Ohio's favorite hiking spot transforms into a magical winter wonderland during the winter months. Frozen waterfalls, snow covered trees and eerie caves abound.

2. Mill Creek Park (Youngstown)

Youngstown is home to the second largest metropark in the U.S. (after Central Park in New York City), and it's unbelievably gorgeous in the winter.

3. Salt Fork State Park

One of Ohio's largest state parks in Guernsey County, Salt Fork State Park, looks magical in the wintertime.

4. Lake Erie

A frozen Lake Erie is an unbelievably stunning sight to behold.

5. Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Ohio's own national park is breathtakingly beautiful during the winter months.

6. Mohican-Memorial State Forest

This quiet state forest is a magical, serene getaway during the winter. (Pictured: Big Lyons Falls, a 300-foot deep sandstone gorge with two beautiful waterfalls.)

7. Ohio Amish Country

Ohio's Amish Country is still a heartwarming sight to behold even during the wintertime.

8. Rocky River Valley (Cleveland Metroparks)

Even in the valleys and low points, winter in Ohio is still beautiful.

9. John Bryan State Park

Explore Clifotn Gorge and other areas of this beautiful state park in the winter for a magical hiking experience.

10. Clifton Mill (Clifton)

This beloved mill usually features frozen falls during the winter months, (and a stunning Christmas light display during December.)

11. Five Rivers MetroParks (Dayton)

Pictured is a frozen Patty Falls at Englewood MetroPark.

What other places are there in Ohio that are worth exploring during the winter? Share your experiences and photos with us in the comments below!