Basics
- Length:
- 11 miles (17 km)
- Time:
- 20 minutes
Description
The Lower Valley Pike Scenic Byway runs between the Mad River on oneside and within sight of limestone cliffs on the other. The Mad Riveris lined with beautiful woodlands on both sides and is open forcanoeing and fishing most of the year. Aaron's Canoe and Kayak Centeroffers boats and tubes for an enjoyable afternoon on the river.
A great place to stop on the way is the George Rogers Clark Park.The park provides 250 acres of meadows and shade trees for a coolafternoon picnic. The grounds contain diverse wildlife, Hosterman Lake,and a small waterfall. The lake is full of fish and anyone can fish itwithout a license. The Park is also the site of the largest battle westof the Allegheny Mountains in the Revolutionary War. The local citizensperform reenactments of this battle every year on Labor Day.
On Labor Day, make a stop at the fair in New Boston. The fair willprovide you a glimpse of what life was like back in the 18th Century.New Boston sets up Indian encampments and shops. The people completethe effect by dressing up as tradesmen and vendors to provide food and entertainment.
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George Rogers Clark Park (OH)
The park provides 250 acres of meadows and shade trees for a cool afternoon picnic. The grounds contain diverse wildlife, Hosterman Lake, and a small waterfall. You can also see the Hertzler House, a fine example of Mennonite architecture.
