Recreation
Parks & Recreation
Columbiana County is home to many beautiful parks and a growing number of recreational facilities.
Beaver Creek State Park, located in East Liverpool, Ohio, is a scenic and historic park in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Covering over 2,700 acres, it is known for its rolling hills, rich history, and diverse ecosystems. The park lies along Little Beaver Creek, a National Scenic River, and provides ample outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, fishing, picnicking, camping, and wildlife observation.
Historical Significance:
Beaver Creek State Park has historical roots dating back to Native American tribes and early American settlers. The remnants of the Sandy and Beaver Canal, an ambitious 19th-century project, can still be seen here, with old canal locks and markers that tell the story of the area’s role in early American industry and transportation. https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/beaver-creek-state-park
- Historic Gaston Mill & Pioneer Village
- Trails & Hiking
- Fishing, kayaking, canoeing
- Designated as a National Scenic River
- Camping
- Picnicking
- Wildlife Education Center
Salem’s park system encompasses over 375 acres of ground and water, and the recreation programs are open to all who wish to enjoy them. Activities are offered in all fields of interest, including both active and passive recreation. Please accept this as our personal invitation to make use of the facilities. We ask only that you care for them properly.
- Covered Pavilions & Picnic Areas
- Sports Courts-Tennis, Pickleball & Basketball
- Public Pool & Splash Pad
- Playgrounds
The park has served as a social hub for the village and is used for community gatherings, sporting events, fireworks and more. Designed to preserve the park’s history and natural beauty the park is currently undergoing extensive renovations which will be completed in 2027.
- Pavilions & Picnic Tables
- Dog Park
- Lake
- Public Swimming Pool
- Boy Scout Cabin
- Gazebo
- Enclosed Brick Pavilion
- Playground
- Baseball Fields
- Basketball Courts
- https://eastpalestine-oh.gov/government/parks-and-recreation/
Firestone Park in Columbiana, Ohio, is a community park known for its beautiful landscapes and recreational amenities. It features walking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, and sports facilities, making it a popular spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The park is also home to various events throughout the year, fostering community engagement. Its well-maintained grounds and scenic views provide a peaceful setting for relaxation and recreation. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll or a family outing, Firestone Park offers a welcoming environment for all ages.
- Pavilions & Covered Picnic Shelters
- Two Lakes
- Legacy Trail
- Idabelle Firestone Gathering Place & Garden
- Sports Courts-Tennis, Pickle Ball, & Basketball
- Two Softball Fields
- Public Swimming Pool
- Parking & Restrooms
- https://columbianaohio.gov/firestone-park/
Guilford Lake State Park is a beautiful natural area located in northeastern Ohio, primarily in Columbiana County. Covering around 1,600 acres, the park features a picturesque lake that offers a variety of recreational activities.
The park is easily accessible from major highways, making it a convenient getaway for those in the region. It’s a great destination for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone looking to enjoy nature in a peaceful setting.
Overall, Guilford Lake State Park provides a range of outdoor activities and a serene environment, making it a popular spot for both locals and visitors.
- Camping
- Boating
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Picnicking
- Trails
- https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/guilford-lake-state-park
Hellbender Bluff Park, located in Columbiana County, Ohio, is a scenic area known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. The park is named after the Eastern Hellbender, a large salamander native to the region, which inhabits the nearby waterways.
Visitors to the park can enjoy activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography. The trails offer views of the surrounding landscape, including wooded areas and streams. The park also features picnic areas, making it a great spot for family outings and gatherings.
Hellbender Bluff Park is part of a broader effort to preserve the natural habitat and promote wildlife conservation in the area. It’s a wonderful place for nature enthusiasts and those looking to explore the great outdoors in a tranquil setting.
- 732 Acres
- Marked Hiking Trails
- Pavilion
- Straddles the West Fork of Little Beaver Creek
- Hunting allowed during season
- https://www.columbianacountyparkdistrict.org/
The Leetonia Beehive Coke Ovens are a historic site in Leetonia, Ohio, which once served as a major hub in the early steel and iron industries. Built in 1866, the ovens were part of the Leetonia Iron and Coal Company, which produced coke—a key component for steelmaking—by heating coal at high temperatures in these dome-shaped, beehive-like brick structures.
The site once featured over 200 coke ovens, and it was one of the largest coke oven complexes in the United States at its peak. These beehive ovens were highly efficient for the time, burning coal down to create coke, which would then be used to fuel blast furnaces for smelting iron. Each oven had a specific circular design, with openings for feeding coal and venting gases, which helped maintain the high temperatures needed for coke production. Workers would fire up these ovens, filling the night air with intense flames and thick smoke, giving the area a unique and almost eerie atmosphere.
The Leetonia ovens ceased operation in the early 20th century as newer, more efficient industrial processes and the decline of regional coal production reduced demand. Today, the site has been preserved and is part of the Leetonia Beehive Coke Ovens Park. Visitors can tour the grounds, walk through the ruins, and learn about the industrial history of Ohio and the region’s contributions to steel production.
- Access to the Little Beaver Creek Greenway Bike Trail
Scenic Vista Park in Lisbon, Ohio, is a beautiful outdoor space known for its picturesque views and recreational opportunities. Nestled on a hillside, the park features walking trails, picnic areas, and a playground, making it a great spot for families and nature lovers. Visitors can enjoy activities like hiking and birdwatching while taking in the scenic landscapes. The park is also a popular venue for community events and gatherings. Overall, it’s a lovely destination for those looking to relax and appreciate the natural beauty of the area.
- 250 Acre Park with Hiking Trails.
- Large Pavilion
- Historical Covered Bridge and Log Cabin
- Archery Practice Range
- Small Playground
- 18 Hole Disc Golf Course
- https://www.columbianacountyparkdistrict.org/
Thompson Park in East Liverpool, Ohio, is a beautiful public park with a lot to offer visitors of all ages.
- Scenic Trails
- Playground and Picnic Areas
- Swimming Pool
- Sports Facilities-baseball, soccer, tennis & basketball
- Disc Golf Course
- Historical Landmarks
Waterworth Memorial Park is the largest park in Salem and consists of some densely wooded acres but also offers some wide-open spaces with plenty of summer sunshine. A wide variety of wildlife can be found in this beautiful park including deer, waterfowl, fox, rabbit, racoon, opossum and many species of birds.
- 3 Large Pavilions & Picnic Areas
- Sports Courts-Basketball, Pickleball, Tennis
- 5 Baseball Fields
- Duck Pond
- 6,000 Sq Ft. Pollinator Garden
- Nature Trail
- Adult Fitness Zone with Exercise Equipment
- Large Dog Park
- One large & Two Small Playgrounds
- Practice Soccer Area
- Sand Volleyball Court
- Grass Volleyball/Badminton Court
- 70′ Batting Cages
- 2 Practice Golf Nets
- Large Crossfit area
- Band Shell
Wick Park, located in Leetonia, Ohio, is a community park that offers a range of recreational opportunities. It’s known for its green spaces, walking paths, and playgrounds, making it a great spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The park often hosts local events and activities, fostering community engagement. If you’re looking for a place to relax or enjoy some outdoor fun, Wick Park is a lovely option in the area!
- Splash Pad Located Downtown
- Picnic Tables & Pavilion
- Playground
- Basketball Courts
- https://www.leetonia.org/parks-recreation
Golfing
Columbiana County has many fantastic public golf courses, including these.
If you are looking for a golf course in Lisbon, OH, call Beaver Creek Meadows Golf Course. Welcome to Beaver Creek Meadows. This 120 acres of manicured greens and excellent fairways sits on the prettiest backdrop of Eastern Ohio. Serving the Tri-State Area, we are just 25 minutes from Steubenville, Ohio, and 30 minutes from Salem, Ohio. Beaver Creek Meadows is located 2 miles north of Route 11 on Route 7. Behind Beaver Local School. Call (330) 385-3020 to schedule a tee time.
The 9-hole Eagle Pass Golf Course in East Rochester, OH is a public golf course that opened in 1970. Eagle Pass Golf Course measures 3064 yards from the longest tees. The greens are bent grass.
Our 9-hole par 36 golf course offers some of the most scenic views in the area. The 3100+ yard course tees off near the banks of the Beaver Creek’s North Fork, and borders the scenic North Country Trail. The clubs access to abundant natural water sources on site ensures green fairways, lush rough, and superb greens year round! We offer 4 sets of tees to provide a fun challenging game of golf for all skill levels.
Developed on the rolling hills of Firestone Farms, the original homestead of Harvey Firestone, this golf adventure combines awesome panoramic views of our 84 acre lake, plush fairways, over fifty bunkers, and five sets of tees which challenge golfers of all abilities. With a layout that is second to none in the area, well-manicured conditions, affordable pricing, and a very friendly staff, The Links at Firestone Farms is sure to exceed all of your expectation.
Links also has a full service daily restaurant and bar on site. Riser Tavern on the Links is locatied upstairs and is ready to serve you great food, cold drinks, and has a great upscale sportsbar feel. Perfect for everything from an after round beverage to a dinner out with the family Riser offers great food and great service to round out your day at The Links.
Salem Hills Golf and Country Club is a semi-private facility featuring an 18 hole Jack Kidwell-designed golf course, pro shop, snack bar and lounge, grille room, and multi-purpose rooms suitable for meetings. Please contact us today! Pro Shop: 330-337-8033
The real star of the show at Sleepy Hollow Golf Course is the difficult yet relaxing golf course layout. Our course is a par 71 that extends to a total of 6,294 yards for a slope of 123 and a course rating of 70.2. We also have three sets of tees for players of all skill and age levels. Visitors to Sleepy Hollow Golf Course love picking from the tee lengths that range from 5,268 to 6,294 yards. All players at Sleepy Hollow Golf Course feel both challenged and competitive. This is a must-play Alliance golf course.
urkana is a Link Style Course with 4 sets of tees. Every level of player, from beginners to professionals, will enjoy the rolling terrain and test of skill.
Each hole presents a unique challenge as you step on the tee box. Keep your focus, follow the flow of the course, and at the end of your round you will have enjoyed one of the best golf experiences in East Liverpool.
The 9-hole Valley Golf Course in Columbiana, OH is a public golf course that opened in 1928. Valley Golf Course measures 3000 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 108 and a 34.1 USGA rating. The course features 2 sets of tees for different skill levels. The greens are bermuda grass and the fairways are bent grass.
Not far from Beloit, Westville Lake Golf Club offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways and greens keep Westville Lake Golf Club difficult yet friendly, and the staff can offer tips and tricks for playing your best round. Westville Lake Golf Club is a terrific choice for your regular rounds of golf or a new destination for you and friends when visiting Beloit.
Camping
Columbiana County has many beautiful campgrounds, including these.
Beaver Creek State Park Campground, located near East Liverpool in Columbiana County, Ohio, offers a variety of camping experiences amidst the scenic foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The park encompasses 2,722 acres of forested wilderness and features the Little Beaver Creek, designated as a state and national wild and scenic river.
- Family Campground
- Sherman Cabins
- Equestrian Campground
- https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/beaver-creek-state-park-campground
We are nestled on wooded hillsides in the rolling farmlands of Columbiana County, Ohio. 75 acres of safe, quiet, weekend get-a-way relaxation including 40 acres of wooded with hiking trails. Many campsites have electrical hook-up, some even have wastewater connections. Join us for this season (Open Year Round).
Chaparral Family Campground is a family-owned and operated campground committed to offering a family atmosphere for your camping enjoyment. Chaparral offers 80 acres with nature trails to walk, where you might see some of our residents like wild turkey, deer, raccoons, eagles, and hawks just to mention a few. There is also a five-acre lake to wet a line in, take out a canoe or paddle boat, take a cool dip in, or just sit and watch our wildlife.
Chaparral offers camping facilities from primitive to full-hookup back-ins and pull-throughs. Activities to please all ages from hayrides to bingo, swimming, dances, entertainment, campfires, potluck suppers, and much more.
At Fireside Lake, enjoy swimming, fishing, arcade, jumping pillow, ice cream, coffee shop, and lake inflatables for the ultimate camping experience.
Family owned and operated since 1979. Permanent camp sites and two club areas. Campers and trailers only. No tents. Our season begins May 1st and ends October 1st. The campground sits on over 80 aces of land. Included in our prices you have access to the indoor swimming pool, fishing lake, athletic courts, and other amenities. We accommodate 30 or 50 amp service. Each site comes with a fire ring and picnic table. Every weekend we have theme based activities including annual events such as Night at the Races, 4th of July fireworks, Christmas in July, Children’s Carnival, and Halloween Weekend. Flying Finn Campground is known for it’s beautiful and peaceful scenery. If you’re a nature enthusiast who loves the outdoors enjoy walking our trails through the woods. Bring the family because there is plenty for kids to do including indoor swimming, playground, and wagon rides. If it’s a relaxing weekend you are looking for we have plenty of private camp sites. Hope to see you soon
The inviting campground features lake views and easy access to boating, fishing, and swim beach. There are no walk-in campsites; all are reservable online. Pets are permitted on all sites.
- 40 electric sites
- Picnic tables and fire-rings at each site
- Drinking water, showers, flush toilets and dump station
- Fishing dock
- Separate beach for registered campers
- Playground equipment and basketball court
- Camp office (open seasonally) loans games and sporting equipment to registered campers, (330) 222-1688.
- Kayaks and paddleboats are available for rent.
- Boat docks are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.
- https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/guilford-lake-state-park-campground
Campers seeking a peaceful escape to the countryside will be thrilled with this rural charmer in northeast Ohio. Salem/Lisbon KOA spreads out across 65 acres, home to more than 60 species of birds and a catch-and-release fishing lake. The Olympic-size outdoor heated swimming pool is a delight, as is the recent addition of a splash pad with its spray flowers, dumping buckets and a water tunnel for kids of all ages. It’s an easy drive to many of the area’s festivals, casinos, wineries and covered bridges. Enjoy large, level RV Sites (all full hookups), lakeside Tent Sites, Deluxe Cabins (many open all year) and themed weekends throughout the summer
Trails
Columbiana County has an abundance of scenic hiking and biking trails.
Located in Northeast Ohio, Beaver Creek State Park’s wilderness and rugged landscape offers visitors a true outdoor adventure. In addition to 2,722 acres of forested lands, the park features access to the Little Beaver Creek State and National Wild and Scenic River.
Hiking Only trails:
- Fitness Trail – 0.5 Mile – Easy
- Logan’s Loop Trail – 0.5 Mile – Easy
- Nature Center Trail – 0.2 Mile – Easy
- Overlook Trail – 0.3 Mile – Easy
- Oak Hill Trail – 1 Mile – Moderate
- Lower Vondergreen Trail – 3.25 Miles – Moderate
Mountain Biking Trails (hiking also allowed):
- Pine Ridge Trail – 0.5 Mile – Easy
- Fisherman’s Trail – 0.5 Mile – Easy
- Dogwood/Campground Trail – 2 Miles – Moderate/Technical
- Upper Vondergreen Trail – 1 Mile – Moderate/Technical
- Salamander Trail – 0.4 Mile – Easy
The Dogwood, Pine Ridge and Vondergreen trails on the north side of Little Beaver Creek are part of the extensive North Country Trail system.
Vondergreen and Dogwood trails are technical mountain bike trails. Both offer great scenery, technical climbs, and fun downhills. Not for the beginner (unless you take it slow). Read more on the Cleveland Area Mountain Bike Association website.
Bridle Trails:
- 23 miles of bridle trails provide access for horseback riders through the valley. Though not ideal, hikers are permitted on these trails.
- An equestrian camp located on Sprucevale Road offers primitive camping and tie-ups for horses; it has no potable water. Reservations are required.
This 732 acre park is one of the Columbiana County Park District’s best-kept secrets. Located off East Liverpool Road in Madison Township, the park straddles the West Fork of Little Beaver Creek. Hellbender Bluff Park contains over 5 Miles of trails, ranging from intermediate hiking trails to relaxing walking paths. The trails provide views of wildflowers, songbirds, and butterflies with access to open fields and of course Hellbender Bluff.
Maps are available in the mailbox by the pavilion.
The Bluff Trail leads hikers through fields and then to the top of the bluff overlooking the West Fork and ultimately down to the stream. The trail is approximately 2 miles long round trip and is strenuous but it does provide the total Hellbender Bluff experience.
Other trails include the Meadow Trail, the Beaver Pond Trail (keep your eyes open for beavers) and the Reclamation Trail. Each trail is marked with color markers.
The Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail runs parallel to the Middle Fork of the Little Beaver Creek between the Villages of Lisbon and Washingtonville. The trail travels over the former Erie Lackawanna Railbed in Salem and Center Townships.
The trail is 14.8 miles in length, crossing glacial outwashes, upland fields, mature ravine woodlots, and wetland wildlife habitats.
The trail also connects to the Great Ohio Lake to River Greenway.
The Wampum Chapter of the North Country Trail Association is responsible for building, maintaining, protecting, and promoting the North Country Trail from its connection with the Buckeye Trail in the historic village of Zoar, Ohio to Alpha Pass at McConnells Mill State Park in Pennsylvania. The Chapter currently has 43 miles of off-road hiking trail and 80 miles of temporary connector road walk. The Trail traces eastward generally following the path of the stone locks of the Sandy and Beaver Canal, passing through the small communities of Magnolia, Malvern, Hanoverton and Lisbon. Crossing the OH/PA state line following the watershed of Little Beaver Creek, the NCT visits the Sheepskin Hollow Nature Preserve and Beaver Creek State Park with its Pioneer Village and historic gristmill. The Wampum Chapter’s North Country Trail miles showcase the agricultural and industrial past and present of Western PA, traveling past abandoned coal and limestone mines and family homesteads, the remnants of the infrastructure that once made this area the “brick capital of the USA,” through Pennsylvania Game Lands, and past working farms and small factories and businesses. Our eastern most section of NCT at McConnells Mill State Park travels through the spectacular Slippery Rock Creek Gorge. Created by the draining of glacial lakes thousands of years ago, the gorge has steep sides and the valley floor is littered with huge boulders and is a national natural landmark. A gristmill built in the 1800’s is open for tours.
Disc Golf
Disc golf is quickly becoming a Columbiana County obsession.
- 9 Holes
- 9Hill Pro Basket Targets
- Dirt Tees
- Mixed Use
- Public Park
- Dogs Allowed
- Cart Friendly
- Restroom Available
- Established 2022
Learn all about disc golf in East Palestine. Ranked as the 66th best disc golf destination in Ohio, East Palestine has 1 course. Among these is 1 course which has 18 or more holes. East Palestine is also home to 1 league and 1 store that sells disc golf gear.
- 18 Holes
- Concrete Tees
- Prodigy T1 (Pro DG T1) Targets
- Mixed Use
- Public Park
- Dogs Allowed
- Cart Friendly
- Dogs Allowed
- Restrooms Available
- Drinking Water Available
- Stroller Friendly
- Established 2021
9 holes with 2 tee locations. Green tees are shorter and good for new players. The Red tees add more length and give different angles to the baskets.
Score cards and maps can be found at: www.birdfishbrew.com/discgolf
- 9 Holes
- ChainStar Targets
- Grass Tees
- Mixed Use
- Public Park
- Dogs Allowed
- Cart Friendly
- Drinking Water Available
- Restroom Available
- Established 2021
Hammond park was founded in May of 1924 by Henry C Hammond. Mr. Hammond overseen the park until his passing in 1942. He lived in the house at Springhill cemetery until his passing and was laid to rest in the cemetery near his home.
- 18 Holes
- Grass Tees
- Mach V Targets
- Mixed Use
- Public Park
- Dogs Allowed
- Cart Friendly
- Drinking Water Available
- Restroom Available
- Established 2022
What this course lacks in distance it makes up for in terrain. Now 27 holes with a beginner friendly/ace run first 9 followed by a more challenging and unique back 18.
- 27 Holes
- Grass Tees
- ChainStar Targets
- Established in 2004
Beautiful designed course in Scenic Vista of Lisbon! Designed by professional J. Gary Dropcho and Jason Reynolds. Improvements will continue as the course develops.
- 19 Holes
- Mach V Targets
- White Tees Cement Others Natural Tees
- Mixed Use
- Public Park
- Dogs Allowed
- Cart Friendly
- No drinking water available
- Restroom Available
- Established 2018