Best General Ohio Travel Guides of 2025

This book is an excellent guide for those interested in foraging for wild edible plants and medicinal herbs in the Great Lakes region. It provides valuable insights into the indigenous people's foraging traditions, ethical and sustainable foraging practices, and how to identify, harvest, prepare, and store wild foods and healing herbs and plants. The book also includes a comprehensive list of 45 edible and medicinal herbs, their health benefits, and how to consume them. The full-color illustrations make identification a breeze. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in self-sufficiency and a healthy lifestyle.

The National Parks Bucket List Guide & Journal is a must-have for anyone planning to explore all 63 national parks in the U.S. This book is an international bestseller, and for good reason. It provides a complete guide to all the national parks, including important attractions, things to do, and special information and tips. The second part of the book allows readers to document their memories and make their trip personal. The book is small enough to carry around but big enough to write in easily. It's ideal for adults and kids alike who enjoy touring the United States in search of national park adventures.

The Great Book of Ohio is a fascinating read for anyone wanting to learn more about the Buckeye State. Packed with trivia facts about Ohio’s history, pop culture, folklore, sports, and more, this book is a must-have for trivia nerds and Ohio natives alike. The author covers everything from why Ohio is called the "Buckeye State" to which national sports league was formed in Ohio. The book is well-organized, easy to read, and filled with surprising and strange facts. Overall, this independently published book is a great addition to any trivia enthusiast's collection.

Secret Cincinnati: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure is a travel guide that takes readers on a scavenger hunt through Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, uncovering little-known treasures and oddities. Kathryn Witt’s storytelling style is humorous and sentimental, making it an enjoyable read. The book includes 89 regional treasures from unscripted star shows to conducting your own paranormal investigation at a honky-tonk. This book is a must-read for anyone looking for an alternative travel guide that celebrates the weird and wonderful.

The U.S National Parks Passport Stamp Book is a must-have for anyone planning to visit all 63 national parks within the National Park System. The book includes updated pages for each park to gather official cancellations, regional stamps, and tickets. It also features a tracking log, an adventure list, and QR codes that take you to the official website of each park. The book is perfect for adults, kids, and seniors, with extra dot grid pages for notes and sketches. This book is an excellent gift for nature lovers and those seeking new adventures. Overall, it's a comprehensive guide that helps make memories and share them with loved ones.

The Birds of Michigan Coloring Book for Kids, Teens & Adults is a fantastic resource for anyone who loves bird-watching and wants to learn more about the birds of Michigan. This coloring book features 50 common and unique birds found in Michigan, including the bald eagle and barred owl. The book is ideal for kids, teens, and adults of all coloring skill levels and provides hours of stress relief and creative expression. The book also serves as an educational tool for identifying birds and their shapes. Overall, this coloring book is an excellent gift for anyone who loves birding and feeding birds.

The second edition of "100 Things to Do in Cincinnati Before You Die" is a comprehensive guide to exploring the Queen City's attractions, history, and dining. Written by local author and tour guide Rick Pender, the book offers updated choices for visitors to experience, from sampling German cuisine to visiting the Cincinnati Observatory. Even long-time residents will find fresh reminders of why they love the city. With its engaging writing style and insider tips, this book is a must-read for anyone planning a trip to Cincinnati or looking to rediscover their love for the city.

Amazing Ashville is a guidebook that takes readers on a journey to explore the oddities and wonders of Ashville, a rural community in Ohio. The book is filled with intriguing true stories of the town's history, including the first automated highway tests, the largest woman in the world, and the original Spiderman. The author, Bob Hines, is a renowned urban planner, rural sociologist, artist, and researcher who has created displays for Ohio's Small Town Museum, earning it the title of Best Small Town Museum in America. The book is highly recommended for anyone looking for an offbeat travel guide to the United States.

Doggin' Pittsburgh: The 50 Best Places To Hike With Your Dog In Southwest Pennsylvania is a comprehensive guidebook for dog owners who love to hike. The book features 50 tail-friendly parks and trails in the Pittsburgh area, with detailed information on each location, including dog-friendly campgrounds, tips on outfitting your dog for a hike, and much more. The author, Doug Gelbert, is an expert on hiking with your dog, and his knowledge and passion are evident in this book. Overall, this book is a must-have for any dog owner who loves hiking and exploring new trails with their furry friend.

The Birds of Ohio Coloring Book for Kids, Teens & Adults is a must-have for bird enthusiasts of all ages. With 50 common and unique birds to identify and color, this book provides hours of stress relief and creative expression. It is ideal for kids (8+), teens and adults of all coloring skill levels and can be used with crayons, gel pens, markers, and colored pencils. Each coloring page is on one sheet, so there are no worries about bleed-through. The book makes a great gift for anyone who loves birding and feeding birds, and readers can learn to identify birds and their shapes. Overall, this book is an excellent addition to any ornithology book collection.