Appalachian Byway of Ohio

05/25/2026

05/20/2026

What a cool and fun addition to Jesse Owens State Park on the ABO! 💎⛏️

05/15/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend? Take a ride on the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway 🚂.

Come and ride a real steam engine with us this weekend! Tickets at https://www.hvsry.org/train-rides/hocking-valley-steam-special/.

05/14/2026

🍽️ Eat Your Way Along the Appalachian Byway of Ohio! 🚗Two delicious stops along the Appalachian Byway of Ohio are getting statewide attention—both landing on Ohio Magazine’s list of “9 Great Food Finds in Ohio’s Appalachian Region.”

🟡 Golden Plaza | Belle Valley (Noble County)
A true local landmark, Golden Plaza was recognized for its crispy‑on‑the‑outside, juicy‑on‑the‑inside broasted chicken, described by Ohio Magazine as a must‑try. Noble County pride at its finest!

🔵 Blue Bell Diner | McConnelsville (Morgan County)
With more than 50 years of history, Blue Bell Diner blends nostalgia with a fresh, modern touch. Standouts include house‑made sausage gravy and biscuits, Belgian waffles, slightly sweet house‑made chili, and a full coffee bar featuring locally sourced chocolate milk and house‑made caramel sweet cream foam.

Another restaurant on the list, Kindred Spirits in Logan is also about 20 miles west of the Byway from Nelsonville.

Whether you’re traveling for history, scenery, or great food, these Byway stops prove that Appalachian Ohio is serving up flavor worth the drive. 😋

From fried chicken to creative burgers to classic diner fare, check out these spots to grab a bite throughout Ohio’s Appalachian region.

05/13/2026

Thank you to the National Scenic Byway Foundation for this great blog about the Appalachian Byway of Ohio! 👇

https://nsbfoundation.com/blog/appalachian-byway-ohio-2/

Scenic Drives, Outdoor Adventure & Authentic Appalachian Culture Looking for a peaceful, off-the-beaten-path scenic drive in Ohio? The Appalachian Byway of Ohio delivers stunning natural beauty, rich history, and genuine small-town charm. This 105-mile National Scenic Byway winds through the rolling...

05/13/2026

This sounds like fun in Woodsfield along the byway!

05/05/2026

12/23/2025

Check out this cool Monroe Co. coloring book with some stops along the Byway like Piatt Park!

Enjoy an early Christmas present... print off this adult coloring book featuring Monroe County attractions.... Click on the link below.
https://www.discovermonroecounty.org/_files/ugd/53e18a_e130449a1ce74259a6ea6e841db0b5d1.pdf