Dayton Skyline | Photo by Ted Bobosh
Autumn is the perfect season to get outside and enjoy the spooky atmosphere. Here are some of the best activities in Raider County students can enjoy this fall.
Outdoor recreation
Fall is a great time to relish in the beauty of nature and the changing of the seasons. Ohio offers a variety of beautiful nature scenes.
Those looking for a relaxing walk through the woods with a front row view of Dayton’s fall beauty can hike in the Indian Mound Reserve.
The reserve consists of over eight miles of hiking trails, a waterfall and a scenic overlook. The park is located in Cedarville, Ohio and is free to visit.
Fun on the farm
The Dayton region holds a mix of city, suburban and rural areas, including plenty of farms. Another great outdoor fall activity is fruit picking at Peifer Orchards.
Peifer Orchards is a family-owned farm located in Yellow Springs, Ohio. They are open year-round as a farmers market and self-pick orchard. The orchard is currently offering apple and pumpkin picking for the fall.
Graveyard tour
Dayton offers plenty of attractions for those looking for a dark and spooky experience.
One such venue is the Oak Dale Cemetery in Urbana, Ohio. Those up for a drive can visit this historic and scenic cemetery. They offer historic tours of the cemetery with the next tour on Oct. 22. An adult ticket for the tour costs $10.
Festivals
After COVID-19 canceled many festivals in 2020, several festivals are back in business this fall. Those looking for a more light fall experience can check out the Vandalia Fall Fest on Oct. 9.
Located at Vandalia Art Park in Vandalia, Ohio, the festival features live music, food, arts and vendors. The event starts at 3 p.m. and goes until 6 p.m.
