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Exploring Central Ohio: A Guide of Things to Do in Lancaster, Hocking Hills, Buckeye Lake, and Columbus

Writer: Picture Perfect RanchPicture Perfect Ranch

Updated: Feb 23


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Experience farm life at Picture Perfect Ranch! Book a tour to feed Highland cows, alpacas, and more. Cuddle with mini donkeys and piglets in Lancaster, Ohio.

Are you looking for things to do in Central Ohio when you come to visit us?! 👀


Go check out Visit Fairfield County! 👇 You can even download their app for easy access while you're on the road! 🚗 (Shout out for featuring us on your website! - we appreciate it!)


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Explore Fairfield County, Ohio with the "Visit Fairfield County Ohio" app—uncover cozy charm and big adventures. The app showcases tours, events like suffragette exhibitions, and a map for local attractions. Perfect for planning your visit!
 
Lancaster, Ohio, scenic view with autumn trees and buildings. Text: "Ohio's Best Hometown 2023-2024, Best Hometown Designation".
Lancaster, Ohio, celebrates its designation as Ohio's Best Hometown for 2023-2024, showcasing its charming autumn landscape.

We are so lucky to live in such a wonderful part of Ohio where we are only 30 minutes away from the beautiful Hocking Hills, 30 minutes away from Columbus, 30 minutes from Buckeye Lake, AND we happen to be located in Lancaster, which was voted Ohio's best hometown in 2023 by Ohio Magazine!🫶🎨🍷📚🏛️

You can also find things to do in Central Ohio using Ohio Magazine's event search HERE!


Cover of Ohio Magazine featuring a woman watering plants and a couple walking on a sunny street in Lancaster. Text highlights local heritage.
Lancaster: Celebrating history and heritage in one of Ohio's best hometowns, as featured on the 2023-2024 cover of Ohio Magazine.

 Check out Visit Fairfield County, Ohio, and Destination Downtown Lancaster for tons of information about upcoming events and wonderful places to check out in our area! 🗓️


Text "Visit Fairfield County, Ohio" in teal script with an outline of Ohio, on a white background, promoting tourism.
Explore the charm of Fairfield County, Ohio, with its inviting sights and vibrant culture.
Text logo with "Downtown Destination Lancaster" in elegant font. Red and gray background. Stylish and inviting design.
Logo for "Destination Downtown Lancaster," featuring elegant typography on a burgundy and gray background.
 

Want a list of our favorite places to eat? Rockmill Brewery is right around the corner from us, and we have a list of all our other favorite places you can check out below! 👇 https://www.pictureperfectranchohio.com/post/musttryfoodnearlancasterohio 🍽️ 


Beer glass with foam, labeled "Rockmill Brewery," in focus. Blurry background of grassy field, autumn trees, and a small white chapel.
A glass of golden beer from Rockmill Brewery sits in the foreground, with a serene landscape and a small white chapel amidst autumn trees providing a picturesque backdrop.
 
A serene waterfall cascades into a clear, turquoise pool surrounded by lush greenery and rocky cliffs, with a quaint stone bridge above offering visitors a breathtaking view of this natural oasis.
A serene waterfall cascades into a clear, turquoise pool surrounded by lush greenery and rocky cliffs, with a quaint stone bridge above offering visitors a breathtaking view of this natural oasis.

Love nature and adventure? Check out Explore Hocking Hills for things to do while we are in the area, and swing by Hocking Hills Oasis Coffee Shop & More if you need a caffeine boost! 🌲🥾

2025 Official Visitor Guide for Hocking Hills, Ohio.
Explore Hocking Hills
 

Want to experience lake life?! ⛵🍹👙 Check out Escape To Buckeye Lake for events going on and awesome places to eat, like Papa Boo's


App store page showing "Escape to Buckeye Lake" app with 3 screenshots. Features map view, activities, ratings, and travel info.
Discover Adventure with the 'Escape to Buckeye Lake' App: Explore kayaking, dining, and local attractions in Fairfield County with ease.
 
City skyline of Columbus, Ohio at dusk with lit buildings and a river. Text: "Explore My City, Columbus Ohio" in bold letters.
Things to do in Columbus, Ohi0

City life more your style? Columbus has something for everyone! Check out one of our favorite groups, “Things to Do in Columbus, Ohio!” for so many ideas it will make your head spin! 🤯 🌆

 

Logo of Picture Perfect Ranch with barn, camera, cow, and alpaca silhouettes. Text: PICTURE PERFECT RANCH, EST. 2020. Black on white.
Logo for Picture Perfect Ranch, established in 2020, featuring a barn, camera, and silhouettes of cattle and a llama.

We would love to help show you how wonderful this part of Ohio is!

🐮 Book your tour with us here! 🐮

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A person feeds curious Highland cattle through a fence, using a red container to offer them treats on a farm.

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CONTACT US

Thank MOO! We will be in touch soon!

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1214 Rockmill Road NW

Lancaster, Ohio 43130

(614) 943-COWS

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