Because I love covered bridges so much, Chris planned a day-long driving tour of Ashtabula county's…read more16 covered bridges. Root Road Bridge is a covered bridge spanning the west branch of the Ashtabula River in Monroe Township, Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States. The bridge, one of currently 16 drivable bridges in the county, is a single span Town truss design. During its renovation in 1982-83, the bridge was raised 18 inches (460 mm), and a new center pier was added.[1] The bridge's WGCB number is 35-04-09,[2] and it is located approximately 6.3 mi (10.1 km) southeast of North Kingsville. It was constructed in 1868 (so old!!) and renovated in 1982-83. It is a former toll road just east of there ran north and south through the county. Dwight and Gertrude (Hallam) Root, had a son Herbert Root. Herbert married Frances Whitlam, daughter of John H. Whitlam, one if not the first Superintendent of Roads in Ashtabula County, for twenty five years. He possibly was involved in the construction of the earlier bridges. Span: 82 feet 4 inches (25.10 m) Length: 112 feet (34 m) Width: 11.3 feet (3.4 m) Height: 10 feet 2 inches (3.10 m) Overhead clearance: 9 feet 4 inches (2.84 m)

Lovely area to take a hike. There is something for everyone. The trails are well marked and birders…read morehave lots of wildlife to observe. Ahead of the trail entrances they have a playground area for children. It's a dog friendly reserve as well.

I took my kids for a walk along the river and they loved it. It was a unique experience that you…read moredon't get at the other parks. The water was clear and they loved the variety of rocks. We were able to skip some half way across the river. The volunteer inside the barn was really helpful in helping guide us where to walk. My kids also loved the playground. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked.

Glacial Grooves is a beautiful and interesting stop on the island. It's in/part of the state park,…read morebut since it's pretty popular, has it's own parking, and then the trail connects to the North Shore loop. The grooves are pretty cool to see, and there were some informative plaques to explain the history and geology of the place. It won't take you long to see, unless you're hiking the trails. We went back a second time for the trail, and minus an off-leash uncontrolled dog incident, had a pretty good time.

In the area be sure to stop!! Couldn't check in as no an available cell service. Not a lengthy…read moretrail but sure worth the time. Well documented boards with explanations of this historical phenomenon.

Simply said a beautiful resting place for those who have servedread more

My grandfather, James R. Blackburn is buried here. This is such a peaceful place to go and to visit…read morehis grave, as well as pay respects to all who've served our country. I have great admiration for those who've served, and stood up for our freedoms; many being family members. I've come here a few times on gravesite location searches for a local genealogy agency, and I was pleased to know that there was a gravesite locator at the main office, which prints off a map for the grave of the person you search, with a site number, and section number. This is especially handy for those looking for members of their family tree, and a nice added touch.

It's court so what can you really say other than it's court but I must say that this was a positive…read moreexperience all around! Coining here I was in and out in no time at all I'm not sure if it's always like that but on this given day it was definitely super fast as when compared to courts in other states I've lives in! The staff and the cops were both super friendly and helped me get to where I needed to go and got my paperwork done quickly so that was definitely awesome! They do have a rule of no cell phones inside so make sure you leave it in your car or another safe place! Also as the current strange era we are living in they are requiring you to wear a mask when you enter to help keep others safe! Overall it's a court house that you can tell has been here for many years and I must say it definitely was a positive experience coming here!

I had my case transferred from municipal court on miegg street and i was terrified. having the…read moreworst and most disrespectful clerk at that location i didn't know what to expect going into common pleas. that being said the staff is wonderful from the security at the front door to the clerks. everyone was so kind and helpful. People are treat with respect and without judgement. They really seem to try and go above and beyond to help you achieve whatever you may seeking to do. Very kind people if i do say so myself.

This was such a fun stop! There are live farm animals here, and the pastures looked well…read moremaintained with plenty of space for them to roam, which was great to see. The welcome center was pretty nice and had a small kids museum inside that was interactive. There's also a gift shop with cute merch, local items, maple syrup, and other extras. They offer tours of some of the buildings for purchase, which is a cool option if you want a deeper experience, but even just walking around the property on your own is enjoyable. Overall, a really nice place to explore for a bit.

Unique park in Ohio with a visitor center, working farm, historical house and so much more…read more We came on an off-season day in March so the visitor center was open but not staffed. We also didn't see anyone to give tours or ask information. The park is easy to find with lots of signs pointing the way. When you pull in there is a visitor center that has a gift shop and restrooms. Everyone's favorite part was the parrot. If you say hi or dance he will talk to you. The park has trails you can hike. There are maps in the lobby to help find a course. They mentioned a cave trail but the map did not have trail names so we were not sure what path to follow. You can walk down to the barn and see the animals. We also walked around the exterior of the house. Behind the visitor center there is a great playground that the kids really enjoyed. If coming for a visit I highly recommend waiting to come during the peak season so you can view the house and have staff to explain the history and trails you can hike. Lots of picnic areas too so pack a lunch!

Did you know dogs are welcomed here?!…read more I'm not really a history person but this was enjoyable. I went on the tour which was small and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. Please note the guide also demonstrate the rifle shooting. So if you're in the neighborhood, go support them.

My husband wanted to come here for his birthday so my daughters and I reluctantly obliged and…read moregranted him his birthday wish. It was a beautiful fall day and the weather was perfect. To my surprise, my teens enjoyed walking around the grounds as well as the "wheel of fate". I enjoyed the scenic views while capturing the joy our visit to Fort Meigs brought my family. Definitely worth the trip!

Had a great tour,don't miss this one right i your back yard. The Museum is done very well .read more

I have always loved ships. I've toured a handful of historic ships over the years. U.S.S…read more Constitution? Check. WWII submarine? Check. Mid-19th-century schooner? Check. Early 20th-century Great Lakes freighter? Hmm... So perhaps this ship does not have the romanticism or historical significance of the others. It is an impressive sight, quite long and stolid. In operation from 1911 to 1980, it was the largest freighter in the world when launched and set some cargo records during its first few years before being eclipsed by ever-advancing technology. It was also well known for luxury which supposedly rivalled the famous trans-Atlantic liners. Up to the modern day it is recognized as a relic of the so-called Golden Age of Great Lakes shipping, but although I respected its achievements, I couldn't quite conjure up the reverence and awe that it seemed to be asking for. Obviously the ship has seen better days, but it could be spiffier. Many spots need a buff with Rust-Away and a new paint job. In any case, this would be a fun place to take the kids, and frankly it's one of the few things worth doing or seeing in Toledo.

This place is my safe place i go when i need to be alone and do word searches, listen to music,…read morepractice my witchcraft and enjoy nature. Its amazing here! However last time i went the bathroom was covered in pee from the floor to the toilet so i had to leave early. Normally i have epic peaceful experiences, so i dont hold anything against one bad experience because any other time its beautiful and amazing. Its in the middle if no where so sometimes its hard to find an uber back home, but eventually they come lol this place is addictive if you want to me surrounded by beautiful nature and enjoy haunted places . I haven't got the pleasure of seeing any ghosts yet but i hope one day to succeed! Haha

Great place to visit if you have kids. Pack swimsuits and let them play in the water. Cool rocks to…read morefind and beautiful scenery. This was one of my favorite stops. It is an easy hike from the parking spot.

What's not to love about a quirky roadside attraction? It is…read morehuge and gorgeous with a ton of detail and color. You can park and walk to the clock (there is a lot right across the street) and if you do, there are several shops and restaurants right nearby. The one downside is that it is, understandably so, off for the winter months. But they don't have anything anywhere telling you what the operating season is, how often it chimes, etc. I would have given it five stars if it was easier to get that information. I've been in the area in February, April, September and October and during each of those visits the clock was apparently "closed for the winter"

Beautiful and the history is cool! Seasonally chimes but there is a YouTube video to watch to see…read moreit chime if you go in the winter like I did! Parking across the street.