Back when we were kids, we beat the heat drinking straight from the hose and chased down the ice cream man. 🍦🏃 Today, kids drink from Stanley cups and chase down Robux. We used to be a proper country. 🫡
If you don’t have big vacation money in the budget this year, you still have plenty of options. Turns out you don’t need to leave The Buckeye State to make those sweet summertime memories! 😎
Here’s Five Fast Facts on cheap Ohio vacation spots:
- 🏞️ Kelleys Island - Got a family full of happy campers? Lake Erie’s Kelleys Island State Park does not disappoint. Bring the bikes and take a scenic ride through forests, beaches, and cliffsides. When you’re hungry after a packed day of exploring, check out the area’s cheap eats (especially the seafood spots).
- 🚣 Marietta - If you’d rather be rollin’ on the Ohio River, check out the charming city of Marietta. Take a romantic stroll down the Marietta River Trail and pop into the Ohio River Museum to get your nerd on. Speaking of nerdy activities, the Campus Martius Museum is known for hosting free or cheap events. Staying overnight? Marietta is home to affordable lodging and affordable restaurants.
- 🏖️ Put-In-Bay - For more summer adventures, make your way to Put-In-Bay on Lake Erie’s South Bass Island. This lovely location is perfect for low-key relaxation or local adventures, pick your poison! Rent a bike to explore the villages or pack a picnic lunch and head to the public beaches.
- ☮️ Yellow Springs - Looking for an off-beat, hippie vibe? Yellow Springs is calling. Get lost in the Glen Helen Nature Preserve during the day and hit up a street performance at night. Don’t leave without wandering into the art galleries and shops. If you’re making a weekend out of it, opt to stay in one of the affordable yet charming bed and breakfasts.
- 🌆 Akron - Got a mix of city slickers and crunchy kids in the family? Akron’s got something for everyone. Get your nature fix by exploring Cuyahoga Valley National Park or walking the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Pro Tip: visit on a Thursday to get free admission to the Akron Art Museum.
🔥Bottom line: From museum days to epic bike rides through Ohio’s best nature spots, there’s plenty to see and do without breaking a budget sweat! If you’ve been hearing rumors of hyperinflation around the water cooler, don’t believe the hype. While price increases are a pain in the rear, we’re not as close to financial end times as people might think. Calm your fears and dive into this article!
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