Find Time to Unwind

Licking County boasts an eclectic variety of active and passive recreation throughout all of our communities.

With over 1,600 acres of parks, 25 miles of recreational trails, 24 miles of bike paths, a prospective UNESCO World Heritage Site, lakefront amenities, a STEM-education focused museum, a world-class arboretum, and numerous municipal active and passive recreational opportunities - Licking County is the ideal location for residents & visitors to unwind and enjoy !

To learn more, click any of the below destinations!

Newark Skatepark at Everett Park

Newark Skatepark at Everett Park

The Dawes Arboretum

The Dawes Arboretum

Heath Water Park

Heath Water Park

Lakefront Bike Trail at Buckeye Lake

Lakefront Bike Trail at Buckeye Lake

Newark Earthworks

Newark Earthworks

The Works Ohio Center History, Art, & Technology

The Works Ohio Center History, Art, & Technology

Additionally, be sure to check out our partners at Explore Licking County and find your way in experiencing our communities various farmer’s market, river and lakefront amenities, golf courses, and nightlife!