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Area Attractions
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Outdoor Adventures
Monroe County is an area blessed with remote wilderness and full of adventure and seclusion. It is situated on the Ohio river in the foothills of the Appalachian mountains. Monroe County offers many opportunities to explore the backwoods charm of rural Appalachia. From the waterfalls that flow through the recces caves of Piatt Park to the grand view of Kiedaisch Point, Monroe County is a path less traveled, blessed with vast natural beauty. The county is home to the Monroe Lake Wildlife Area. Monroe Lake Wildlife Area is a 1,325-acre state wildlife area that features fishing and hunting. It is also home to over 25,000 acres of Wayne National Forest, featuring Lamping Homestead, Ring Mill and Knowlton Covered Bridge as a few of the forests hidden gems. There is also a recess cave area known as Raven Rocks that is nearby
Piatt Park
Piatt Park is a secluded gem full of old growth Appalachian hardwoods and majestic hemlocks. There is a fantastic gorge/cave area that you can scramble through and a handful of beautiful waterfalls. The 119 Acre park includes hiking through a fantastic cave/gorge area, waterfalls, RV spots, camping, picnic shelter and a playground. The park’s unique landscape and natural rock formations were caused by a combination of weathering, and natural erosion over a very long time. Erosion is still taking place today as water moves through the park every spring.
The Monroe Theatre
Reopened in 2019,the theatre now serves as an arts venue with a variety of shows and music.
