If you’re a college student who just doesn’t have the time or the money to take a traditional summer vacation, don’t despair! Fortunately, there’s an abundance of things to do and places to see in the Nelsonville, Ohio area to peak your interest.
First settled in 1814, Nelsonville became incorporated in 1838. The town became famous for its coal mining and brick industries. Over the years, Nelsonville has become a community that offers visitors a variety of unique places to shop, sleep, visit, and events to attend. Below is a list of those places that anyone visiting the Nelsonville area should check out.
Places to Shop
Nelsonville Emporium
31 Public Square
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 753-1285
Rocky Boot Outlet
45 E. Canal Street
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 753-3130
Starbrick Gallery
21 W. Columbus Street
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 753-1011
Place to Sleep
The Little B
88 Fort Street
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 591-6888
The Hyde House
138 Fort Street
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 865-7848
Primrose Bed & Breakfast
167 Fort Street
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 753-3105
Places to Visit
Fun Barn Arcade & Cinema
14333 U.S. Highway 33
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 753-3400
Hocking Hills State Park
19852 St. RT. 664
Logan, Ohio
(740) 385-6842
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
33 E. Canal Street on U.S. 33
Nelsonville, Ohio
Hockhocking Adena Bikeway
Canal Street Trail Head
Nelsonville, Ohio
Lake Logan State Park
20160 ST. RT. 664
Logan, Ohio
740-385-6842
Lake Snowden
5 Miles W. of Athens on U.S. 50
Albany, Ohio
(740) 698-6373
Murray’s Canoe & Kayak Rentals
701 W. Washington Street
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 865-7848
Stuart’s Opera House
52 Public Square
Nelsonville, 0hio
(740) 753-1924
Wayne National Forest
13700 U.S. Highway 33
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 856-7848
Events
Nelsonville Music Festival
May 31— June 3
3301 Hocking Parkway
Nelsonville, Ohio
(740) 753-1924
Washboard Music Festival
June 14—16
Main & Market Streets
Logan Ohio
(740) 277-1806
Diamond Music Festival
July 27—28
Izaak Walton Clubhouse
29740 Blosser Road
Logan, Ohio
(740) 277-1806
