Nothing beats a scenic drive, especially here in Ohio. While experiencing the state’s major cities is always a good idea, there’s something undeniably rewarding about spending time exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations. One of our favorite drives is the Amish Country Byway. Cutting through some of the state’s most beautiful landscapes and showcasing charming small towns, this route is one you’ll want to travel time and time again. Here’s more on the scenic drive in Ohio everyone should experience at least once.

Mapped below is the Amish Country Byway, winding its way through some of the state's most beautiful scenery.
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Learn more about spending time in one of the communities mapped above: Berlin, Ohio.
Ohio's Amish Country is truly a special place.
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Everywhere you go it feels like a small-town atmosphere, characterized by breathtaking landscapes and a slower pace of life.
For a unique scenic drive in Ohio, you won't soon forget...
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...take a trip down the Amish Country Byway.

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The entire route measures 160 miles and will take you through lovely communities steeped in both Amish and German culture.
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Be sure to take your time and allow for plenty of stops along the way. This is one drive you won't want to rush because it is definitely one of the best of the Ohio scenic byways!
The byway is considered to be one of America's best overall byways.
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As a matter of fact, it was designated as a National Scenic Byway in 2002. Driving this route is a truly bucket-list-worthy experience.
And while this drive is stunning all year long, you'll find summer to be the most beautiful time of year to take this stunning drive.
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Grab your family and friends and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Have you ever taken a drive on the Amish Country Byway? What was your experience like on this scenic drive in Ohio? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below – we’d love to hear from you!

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Where can we find rivers in Ohio?

  • The Maumee River is another river that rings a major city skyline, in that case, Toledo.
  • The Little Miami River is the place to go for some of the best kayaking and canoeing in the state.
  • The Scioto River borders the downtown area of Columbus and provides spectacular views at sunrise.

Read on to learn about the many picturesque rivers in Ohio.

Where can we find hiking trails in Ohio?

  • Another wonderful hiking trail is the Virginia Kendall Ledges at Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Peninsula, where these ledges were formed by melting glaciers over 300 million years ago.
  • A fantastic scenic trail is the Adirondack Trail located within the Hills and Dales Metropark in Dayton.
  • If you’re looking for a hiking trail, Old Man's Cave at Hocking Hills State Park in Logan is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in the Buckeye State.

Read on to learn more about the many exciting places with hiking trails in Ohio.

Where can we enjoy annual events in Ohio?

  • The Ohio Fairy Gardening Festival in Jefferson every September inspires the imagination and offers lots of family fun and mystical fantasy.
  • The Fish and Shrimp Festival in Urbana every September is a celebration of the annual freshwater shrimp harvest.
  • The Ohio River Paddlefest in Cincinnati every August is one of the city’s most popular summer events.

Read on to learn about the many other exciting annual events in Ohio.

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