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SLED, ICE SKATE, HIKE AND MORE THIS WINTER AT DILLON STATE PARK
Discounted cottage rates make this a great time to get away
COLUMBUS, OH - Dillon State Park near Zanesville has become a popular destination for winter travelers looking to enjoy the outdoors, but remain close to other local attractions. The 6,000-acre park offers a variety of winter activities and is just a short drive from sites such as the Longaberger Homestead and historic Dresden, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).
Now through April, visitors can enjoy special rates when choosing to stay at a Dillon State Park cottage, including $45 a night for a two-bedroom cottage and $55 per night for a preferred two-bedroom cottage. These rates reflect a 50 percent discount off regular nightly rates. Reservations can be made by calling 1-866-OHIOPARKS or online at ohiodnr.com
The Muskingum County park offers nine miles of hiking trails. The park also features a sledding hill and an ice skating pond. Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve is nearby, with four miles of scenic, paved multi-use trails that offer spectacular views of the Black Hand sandstone.
The park’s 29, two-bedroom cottages feature all the amenities of home, including fully-equipped kitchen and a living room with cable television. Linens, towels, dishes and cookware are provided. Preferred cottages have a gas log fireplace, television with VCR, and a deck with a gas grill.
Shopping Destinations
Visitors can venture away from the park to the Longaberger Homestead nearby Frazeysburg, where they can browse through gift shops and make their own heirloom basket in the famous Longaberger style. The Homestead has shortened hours during the winter months and visitors are encouraged to call ahead at 740-322-5588.
Another local point of interest is the quaint Village of Dresden. Within a short 20-minute drive of the park, visitors will find lots of opportunities for antique and gift shopping. The Colony Square mall in Zanesville is also a popular shopping venue.
Arts, Culture and History in nearby Zanesville
The historic city of Zanesville is known for its pottery and ceramics. Pottery shops abound and many offer factory tours as well as the opportunity to make-your-own pieces. The National Ceramic Museum and Heritage Center in Crooksville is a 20-minute drive south of Zanesville.
Art lovers will be delighted by the Zanesville Art Center, which features sculpture, ceramics, antiquities, and masterworks from painters ranging from Rembrandt and Rubens to Cezanne and Picasso. Local sculptor Alan Cottrill offers daily tours of his studio and gallery where he creates and displays his bronze sculptures.
The Secrest Auditorium offers a busy schedule of events through the winter, including musicals, theater, craft shows and entertainment.
Zanesville’s Putnam Historic District is home to a number of small but significant attractions. The Putnam Underground Railroad Education Center and Stone Academy Museum are dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Underground Railroad, while the Dr. Increase Mathews House Museum offers a variety of local history exhibits on the Muskingum River, military artifacts, and antique quilts.
To view a calendar of Zanesville events, and learn about other area attractions, go to visitzanesville.com
Other State Park Fall and Winter Cottage Rates
Special fall and winter cottage rental rates are also offered at the following state parks: Pike Lake in Pike County, Cowan Lake in Clinton County, Hocking Hills in Hocking County, Buck Creek in Clark County, Mohican in Richland County, Lake Hope in Vinton County and Pymatuning in Ashtabula County. Find out more about cottage specials at ohiodnr.com
For additional tourism information about Muskingum County, call 1-800-BUCKEYE or visit ohiotourism.com
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