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Situated in the foothills of Southeastern Ohio, Raccoon Creek County Park is bordered on the north by Raccoon Creek, the stream formerly called "Etha Petha," the Shawnee word for raccoon. To the south lie hills and upland fields adjacent to the historic Popular Knob. The park showcases 700 acres of both natural areas and recreation facilities that afford visitors many and varied leisure experiences year round.

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Northup Dam

The Northup Dam features a tranquil waterfall, the result of an old milldam on Raccoon Creek. The 1937 flood washed away the mill. This was a man-made dam, once owned by the Harrington'

Gallipolis, OH Natural Attractions

Silver Bridge Memorial

The Silver Bridge was built in 1928 as a toll bridge by the Gallia Bridge Company. On December 15, 1967, it collapsed killing 46 people. Two bodies, a woman and a child, were never recovered. Their names are engraved on the top beam of the new bridge.

Gallipolis, OH Historic Bridges



Primetime Paintball

Be a part of the number three extreme sport in the world at Primetime Paintball!

Primetime Paintball features a pro shop/viewing room, an indoor training room, an indoor playing area and two outdoor playing fields. The pro shop/

Gallipolis, OH Fun Centers

Things to do near Gallipolis, OH

5 B's Embroidery Company

Largest contract embroidery company east of the Mississippi. Embroiders for retailers such as Wal-Mart, Sam's Club, JC Penney...

Wildfire Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

GoodSeed Farm

Come visit this unique country garden center on an old farm in the country, part of the Appalachian Discovery Birding & H...

Clair-Mar Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Strouds Run State Park

Strouds Run State Park is located in Athens County, little more than an hour drive south of Columbus. The scenic forested...