Morgan County is home to three state parks and has the largest contiguous publicly owned lands that include over 60,000 acres in the State of Ohio.
A country cottage located on the Muskingum River that provides the perfect stay for anglers, hunters, kayakers, other outdoor enthusiasts or those simply looking to escape the everyday hustle and bustle! Burr Oak State Park, Jesse Owens State Park and Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area and the Muskingum River Parkway have many opportunities available for the outdoor enthusiast. Come Stay with Us and
explore all that Morgan County, Ohio has to offer! The Muskingum River is known for monster shovelhead catfish. The river is fished for small mouth, spotted and largemouth bass. There are saugeye and sauger caught in the tail waters of the locks and dams as well as trophy striped bass. Most of the best fishing is below Rokeby Locks, McConnelsville, Stockport and Luke Chute dams, in the swift running tail waters. Most tail water shore lines are accessible for public access fishing and free access to anglers. Because of the natural sandy river bottom soil, the numerous tributaries have created large sand bars that are unique to the Muskingum River in Morgan County. These sand bars create create current which hold many species of sport fish. Public access boat ramps are free use and located at the Morgan County fairgrounds ramp approximately 1/2 mile from the cottage.
Now booking 2024 Southeastern Ohio whitetail hunts! Call today to talk about the possibility of killing a deer of a lifetime.
Details about lodging will be coming soon, will be included! Meals are not included.
$1,000 down when booking!
All hunts are semi-guided, with a 135 in. minimum. Any less will be a fine of $1500.
Here is a look at one of the up and comers we are excited about!
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🍁Fall is here!🍁
Fall is the time for scening drives, camping adventures, and relaxing cozy getaways.
Step off the Front Porch to the Great Outdoors and Experience Morgan County.
Nestled within the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Southeastern Ohio, Morgan County is the perfect escape from your busy life. Come and enjoy the great outdoors, exciting live entertainment, delicious food, and create lasting memories that will last a lifetime!
Whether you enjoy an outdoor adventure or staying inside cozied up in front of a fireplace, Morgan County has something for everyone.
Plan your stay now, by visiting our website:
https://www.visitmorgancountyohio.com
See you soon!
🎶🎤 Get ready for an unforgettable weekend in Morgan County, as the Ohio Valley Opry presents an extraordinary show featuring the sensational Linda Davis, alongside special guests Lang Scott, Eli Clark, Brayden Booth, Matt Coleman, David Clark, Mike Morrison, The Clarks, and many more!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 17th, at 6 PM, as the Twin City Opera House becomes the stage for an epic night of music, talent, and pure entertainment.
Linda Davis, a powerhouse vocalist with an unmistakable voice, will delight you with her incredible performance. Joined by a lineup of talented artists, this is a show you simply can't miss! 🎶🔥
Immerse yourself in the historic ambiance of the Twin City Opera House, the perfect setting to witness the magic unfold before your eyes.
Tickets are selling fast, so don't wait! Secure your spot now and be a part of this extraordinary musical experience. 🎟️🌟
http://www.ohiovalleyopry.com
Make it a weekend trip to Morgan County and let the Ohio Valley Opry create memories that will last a lifetime. Get ready to be blown away by the talent, energy, and pure joy that radiates from the stage.
Plan your trip now!
https://www.visitmorgancountyohio.com/lodging.html
Our cottage is open this weekend if anybody is looking for a last minute, peaceful place to stay in Morgan County!! And the best part, the roses and peonies are in full bloom! 😍
Campgrounds are now open!
Grab your gear and escape to Jesse Owens State Park and enjoy a stress free weekend at one of their primitive campgrounds!
Camping is free and on a first come, first serve basis.
Stay with us next weekend for the Ohio Valley Opry and see Dion Pride!
Saturday, March 18th at 6:00 PM at the Twin City Opera House!
We have availability this week for any hunters looking for a place to stay!
Thank you Friends of Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area!
A successful hunt with my Dad in Morgan County. ❤️
Are you planning your hunting trip?!
When hunting Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area, primitive camping at Jessie Owens State Park is free and on a first come, first served basis.
If primitive camping is not for you, and you require more amenities, there are several lodging opportunities in the area.
Single family homes, cabins, and cottages that would meet the needs of any size hunting party.
Book your hunting adventure now!
For local lodging opportunities visit:
https://www.visitmorgancountyohio.com/lodging.html
FISH FISH FISH!
With hundreds of small lakes and ponds, Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area offers great fishing opportunities for anglers of all ages!
Don't know where to go, visit the Ohio Lake Map Resource to help plan your visit. This interactive map offers layers, tools, and printing options to customize your own map for your specific needs.
This map has several of the Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area’s lake/pond numbers for identification purposes.
Visit:
https://gis.ohiodnr.gov/MapViewer/?config=Fishinglakes
Come stay with us during hunting season!
Who's ready to hunt?!
This Saturday, the 24th is National Hunting and Fishing Day as well as opening day of Ohio's white-tailed deer archery season.
Ohio's archery season runs September 24th through February 5th.
Head out to Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area to kick off your hunting season!
For the downloadable Ohio Hunting Regulations visit:
https://ohiodnr.gov/static/documents/wildlife/laws-regs-licenses/
Jesse Owens State Park & Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area now has 54,525 acres of public recreation land with the acquisition of an additional 6,898 acres.
Explore some of the best that Morgan County has to offer!
Free fishing!!
Save the date!
Next weekend, June 18th and 19th, is Ohio's Free Fishing Weekend, where Ohio residents can get out and enjoy all of Ohio's fishing opportunities without a fishing license.
Make it a Father's Day Fishing trip and camp, for free, at Jesse Owens State Park.
If you're looking for lodging with amenities, Morgan County has plenty of lodging opportunities.
Plan your trip now!
Visit:
https://www.visitmorgancountyohio.com/lodging.html
Enjoy a weekend in Morgan County at Cottonwood Cottage and enjoy the cruise in!
Today officially kicks off the start of ! Not sure where to go boating this weekend? We do! Check out our interactive boating and paddling map here https://bit.ly/3xe14Y8
Join TSC at the the, First Friday Flower Market on Friday, June 3 from 11-6. We will have house plants, succulents, new flower pots, new garden flags, garden yard stakes, gnomes, etc.
Come visit this wonderful group of vendors form local and “close to local” small businesses and see what all there is to offer at our very first flower market.
The view from our front porch!! Morgan County, Ohio ”The Front Porch to the Great Outdoors”. Book your stay today!!
Our guests have been kayaking this weekend!
Memorial Day weekend at Cottonwood Cottage! The rose bush is spectacular this year!
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McConnelsville, OH
43756
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