B&O Trail: The Gateway to Four Communities

The B&O Trail has been a local favorite of cyclists, joggers, in-line skaters, and even cross-country skiers since it first opened 25 years ago. This paved, 18.4-mile bike trail runs from Butler, in southern Richland County all the way to North Lake Park in Mansfield, gently winding its way through some of the most scenic parts of the area and through four distinct communities.

There are many places to start and pause your trek along the former path of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, but the gentle inclines of the bike trail make cruising from one city to the next a breeze. Hop on and off the trail for dining, shopping, and attractions at each of these communities and discover their personalities for yourself....

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Dog Parks

Dog Parks Let Fido run, play and romp with other dogs at one of these spacious dog parks.  Fenced in area for both large and small dogs.  Water stations, tunnels, benches, trees and plenty of space for play! Bellville Dog Park Finnigan's Run, 641 State Rt. 97 West, Bellville, OH 44813 Maize Memorial Dog Park,...

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Things to Do The Shawshank TrailAs you travel along the 15 authentic filming sites of The Shawshank Trail, you can touch and feel the places Andy and Red did. Feel the same hope Andy talked about while you explore Shawshank Prison, or walk down the same road as Red on his way to Fort Hancock,...

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Vintage Ventures

Vintage Ventures Mansfield Memorial Museum A step back in time to the late 1800’s with artifacts on 2 floors spanning from Roman to modern times. Displays of Native American, African, Asian, military and natural history and nearly 600 planes hanging above you! Don’t miss Elektro- America’s first robot built by the Westinghouse Company for the...

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Biking & Hiking Trails

Biking & Hiking Trails Find the adventure that’s just right for you. The Richland B&O Trail is a paved 18.4 mile-route connecting Mansfield, Lexington, Bellville, and Butler.  At the northern end of the trail, you can find the 5.7-mile Mansfield City Bike Loop. Hike from Malabar Farm State Park to the Mohican State Memorial Forest...

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Some Things We’re Famous For

Some Things We're Famous For... Big-time Hollywood producers. Pulitzer Prize-winning authors. Mega-stars of motorsports. Innovations like America's first walking and talking robot and Ohio's first ski resort. These and other powerful stories are a part of Mansfield’s heritage. It’s your turn to discover everything we’re famous for. Historic Ohio State ReformatoryThis world-famous prison is listed...

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