3 Favorite Local Parks You Can Drive to From Circleville, OH

Coughlin Ford of Circleville is proud to be part of the fight against cancer through participation in Pelotonia 2024. This annual event brings together over 6,500 riders to raise funds for innovative cancer research. We are honored to contribute to this meaningful cause. Team Coughlin's Impact Our team included 23 passionate riders who covered an impressive 1,403 miles, collectively raising $64,052 for groundbreaking cancer research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James (OSUCC – James). Two of our team members achieved High Roller status, reflecting their outstanding fundraising efforts. more Ongoing Dedication Since becoming involved, Team Coughlin has raised a total of $365,037 for cancer research. This year alone, Pelotonia riders raised an impressive $26,200,095, showcasing the power of a united community. Looking Ahead We extend heartfelt thanks to all our riders, supporters, and the community for making this year's Pelotonia a success. Together, we can continue making a difference.Learn more about Pelotonia and how you can get involved by visiting Pelotonia.org.

Pack your outdoor gear in the trunk of a Ford Escape, EcoSport, or Explorer, and head down the road to enjoy all the exciting outdoor activities around Circleville, OH. Fish, paddle, and boat on a picturesque lake, pitch your tent in a beautiful woodland setting, catch glimpses of bird life along the banks of the scenic Scioto River, and play rounds of golf on an excellent 18-hole course. 1. Go Paddling, Boating, Fishing, and Camping in A.W. Marion State Park Spend a few peaceful hours fishing, paddling, and boating on the scenic 145-acre Hargus Lake, surrounded by rolling woodlands in the A.W. Marion State Park at 7519 Warner-Huffer Road in Circleville. The lake is well known as one of the state's best fishing holes and is annually stocked by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Find the ideal fishing spot along the Hagus Lake Trail that circles the lake, or head to the marina that offers boat rentals and wet your hook for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and channel catfish. Stay over for a few nights in the park's pet-friendly campground with electric and non-electric campsites near restrooms, flush toilets, and a camp store. more 2. Enjoy Hiking and Birding in Canal Park Canal Park at 23352 Canal Road in Circleville spreads 16 acres along the banks of the scenic Scioto River, where over 70 bird species, including an array of waterfowl, nesting, and migrating birds, have been recorded. Put on your hiking boots and follow the 2.7 Towpath Trail, a grassed route along the river and the historic 1800s Ohio-Erie Canal through woodlands, past wetlands, farm fields, and a rock quarry to catch glimpses of ospreys and eagles. Head down the short Wetland Trail along the river banks that connect the Towpath Trail to the Pickaway Trail and follow the path to the 2.5-mile Richards River Trail. This grassed path follows the river and winds past a picturesque lake where you'll spot plenty of bird and animal life and enjoy the spectacular river and wetland views. 3. Play a Round of Golf on the Picaway Golf Course Tee off at the 18-hole Picaway Golf Course at 1399 Stoutsville Pike in Circleville. Picaway Golf Course, maintained to United States Golf Association standards, has excellent greens, well-defined fairways, and roughs and features 6385 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72, with a course rating of 70.8 and a slope rating of 131. It is a magnificent full-service facility with superb clubhouse amenities, including a pro shop selling top golfing equipment and a restaurant serving delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Go on an outdoor adventure around town and have loads of fun. Stop at Coughlin Ford of Circleville today to check out the new Ford SUVs and find the perfect model to take you on exciting outdoor excursions. Image via pixabay.com.

Spring in and around Circleville, OH, is a festive time of year full of exciting spring activities. Get behind the wheel of a Ford EcoSport, Bronco, or Expedition and join the fun at all the fantastic events and festivals below. 1. Potting Party The Rhoads Garden Center at 1051 Street Route 56 East in Circleville celebrates spring each year at the end of April with a Potting Party between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Roll up your sleeves and prepare for spring gardening by creating a stunning container garden with the help of the center's expert gardening team. The center will provide everything you need, show you how to assemble your container garden, and keep it looking beautiful throughout the season while you sip a glass of wine. Only drink the wine if you're an adult, drink responsibly, and please don't drive. more 2. Gold Cliff - Arbor Day Open House Spend an afternoon and early evening on the rolling green lawns of Gold Cliff Park, a fantastic event and wedding venue at 27340 US Route 23 in Circleville, between noon and 8 p.m. in support of the Pickaway County Dog Shelter. Stroll through the beautiful 25-acre park, and enjoy delicious food and music at the Shawnee Picnic Shelter. 3. Spring Bird Hike Head to Canal Park at 23352 Canal Road in  Circleville on April 29 at 9 a.m. to enjoy a spring morning hiking with the Pickaway County Park District on the annual Spring Bird Hike, an extension of the Pickaway County Park District bird checklist program. The Spring Bird Hike starts in Canal Park on the west bank of the scenic Scioto River and follows the trail to the pristine Calamus Swamp, a 19-acre kettle hole formed during the last ice age to catch glimpses of marsh birds and waterfowl along the way. 4. Viking Festival One spring event you don't want to miss is the annual Viking Festival on the last Saturday and Sunday of April every year in the Ashville Community Park at 165 Walnut Street in Ashville, 9.4 miles from Circleville. Meet expert craftsmen and artisans displaying Viking-themed leather goods, hand-woven textiles, furs, wood carvings, and pewter products. Attend 15th-century weapons demonstrations on King Herald's Battlefield and watch the Daring Douglasses, Bjorn's Bellydance, and the PB and J Circus on the Greenland Stage. Join the feasts in Heimdall's Horn a' Plenty and Thor's Feast Hall, or grab a bite to eat at one of the food stops on the way to the Grove of Heroes, a historic timeline through the ages. The festival is free, but please bring a canned food donation for the Ashville Food Pantry. Ring in spring by learning how to create a beautiful container garden, enjoy an afternoon of good food and music supporting the local dog shelter, go on a scenic birdwatching excursion, and get transported back to the time of the Vikings. Before you hit the road, call Coughlin Ford of Circleville today for a maintenance appointment and ensure your vehicle is in tip-top shape for fun spring outings. Images via pixabay.com.