Regional Attractions
There are lots of exciting things to do outside of Tipp City and Troy – Dayton is just minutes away. Here’s a list of things to do. In downtown Dayton, the Victoria Theater has an exciting schedule of activities and events. One of the coolest is their old movie nights, where they show classics on the big screen. Check it out! Other Dayton arts organizations include the Dayton Opera, the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC), the Dayton Ballet, and the Dayton Philharmonic.
Charleston Falls – 5 miles
Originating from small underground springs several miles to the east, the stream creating the falls plummets 37 feet on its meandering journey to the Great Miami river, one mile to the west. A newly renovated boardwalk in the lower viewing area is complete and grants a beautiful view of the falls. Besides the 37-foot cascade, the park includes 212 acres of forests, meadows and streams, 2.5 miles of hiking trails, a planted prairie site, a small pond with viewing platform, a limestone cave and an observation tower.
• Location: Ross Road near the headquarters of the Miami County Park District
• Hours: 8am to sunset every day
• Website: www.miamicountyparks.com/charfalls.html
Fulton Farms – 4 miles
In late spring the vast fields of Fulton Farms gleam red with the season‘s first strawberries, and in the fall, an endless landscape of orange pumpkins await carving and baking. The largest contiguous farm east of the Mississippi, Fulton Farms specializes in a variety of produce. An easily accessible farm market allows visitors to shop for fresh fruits and vegetables, gourmet foods, Old World ornaments, among other unique gift items. The market cafe inside the same location, offers Boston Stoker coffees, espresso, soups, desserts, ice cream, yogurt and homemade bread. Coinciding with each season, visitors to the farm can pick their own strawberries in early June, take a hay ride to find a pumpkin in October or brave the weather to take down their own Christmas tree in November and December.
• Location: 2393 State Route 202, Troy, (937) 335-6983
• Hours: M-Th: 10:00-6:00 & F-Su: 10:00-5:00
• Website: www.fultonfarms.com
Miami County Courthouse – 7 miles
Combining Greek and Roman architecture with five cast iron domes, Ohio native J.W. Yost may have designed his masterpiece when invited to Miami County in 1885. Completed in 1888, The Miami County Courthouse stands as one of the tallest structures in the county, towering 185 feet above the Great Miami River. The tip of the building is fit with a copper statue of justice which has bronze statues in attendance. Inside, the dizzying heights of the dome are guarded by a number of colorful visages representing cultures from around the world, each glancing down at all who walk through the many halls of the building. Frescoed plaster ceilings and arches ornamented with representations of local agricultural produce and marble wainscoting and mosaic tile, along with brilliant wood work, also make the inside of this structure a unique architectural treasure. Located close to unique shopping and dining opportunities, the court house makes the perfect stop during a weekend visit to the historic streets of downtown Troy. Outside of the court house, next to gushing water fountains, a Police Memorial stands as a tribute to officers who have fallen in the line of duty throughout Miami County’s history.
• Location: 215 West Main Street, Troy, (937) 332-6800 or (937) 698-4796
• Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm by appointment only
Brukner Nature Center – 11 miles
World renowned for nurturing and releasing injured, sick or orphaned wild animals, Brukner Nature Center includes 165 woodland acres with 6 miles of hiking trails. The scenic 1804 log house is the oldest building on its original site in the county. All-season bird vista rooms, live native wildlife exhibits and an interactive environmental education center make it a must-see for the nature enthusiast.
• Location: 5995 Horseshoe Bend Road, Troy, 937-698-6493
• Hours: The Interpretive Building is open Monday – Saturday 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday – 12:30 pm to 5 pm
• Website: www.bruknernaturecenter.com
Troy-Hayner Cultural Center – 7 miles
This gorgeous mansion, adjacent to the County Courthouse, will take your breath away. Built in 1914 by the widow of William Hayner, former owner of the Hayner Distillery Company, the architectural style is “Norman Romanesque Revival”, but most Americans would call it “Tudor” with it’s wood and adobe exterior, beveled glass, marble fireplaces, ballroom, wood trim and carvings and stained glass. The building itself is truly a work of art. Free Admission.
• Location: 301 West Main Street, Troy, (937) 339-0457
• Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Thursday, 7-9 p.m., Sunday, 1-5 p.m.,
• Website: www.troyhayner.org
Piqua Historical Area – 20 miles
The Piqua Historical Area celebrates more than 2,000 years of Ohio’s rich heritage, from the days of prehistoric Indians to Ohio’s canal era. This 250-acre site features the restored home and farm of John Johnston — Indian agent, canal commissioner, farmer and statesman — along with scenic rides along a restored mile-long section of the Miami and Erie Canal aboard a replica of a mule-drawn canal boat, the General Harrison of Piqua. The Historic Indian and Canal Museum’s exhibits trace the story of the Eastern Woodland Indians of Ohio and the historic Pickawillany Village. They hold an annual Labor Day weekend Festival.
• Location: 9845 North Hardin Road in Piqua. (937) 773-2522
• Hours: Open Memorial Day to Labor Day, Wed-Sat 10-5, Sun and Holidays 12-5.
• Website: www.piquaheritagefestival.com.
Historic WACO Field & Aircraft Museum - 5 miles
Whether the sky was filled with the drone of biplanes or the silent shadow of gliders, this aircraft company figured largely in the history of Troy as it made history in the world. Exhibits include a WACO primary glider, WACO 4 replica, WACO cootie and a WACO UPF-7. A reproduction of a vintage barn hangar and an antique restoration facility will transport you back in time.
• Location: 1865 South County Road 25-A, Troy, (937) 335-WACO (9226)
• Hours: May-December Saturdays & Sundays 1 – 5 pm
• Website: http://www.wacoairmuseum.org/
The Miami and Erie Canal Heritage Corridor – 11 miles
The Miami and Erie Canal, traversing 249 miles from Cincinnati to Toledo, was begun on July 25, 1825 near Middletown. It was built in sections until completed in 1845. Most of the work was done by Irish, French and German immigrants, who labored for 31 cents a day and a jigger of whiskey. They manually moved trees, rocks and soil to create the “big ditch” though the wilderness. Structures on the canal included 19 aqueducts, three guard locks, 103 lift locks, three major reservoirs, and “Deep Cut” that was 6,600 feet long and 52-feet deep. The Miami and Erie Canal Heritage Corridor extends from Delphos in Van Wert County south to Piqua in Miami County.
• Location: Throughout Miami County. For additional information, call 419-733-6451
• Website: www.meccainc.org
Local Rivers – 11 miles
The rivers of Miami County can be enjoyed on a number of levels. With choice fishing holes, a section of the Buckeye Trail and an abundance of wildlife, the rivers provide a rare look at Miami County’s natural setting. Dropping a canoe in the Great Miami or Stillwater rivers offers visitors a chance to disappear into the solitude of nature. Leaving behind the common scene of city and farm land, a trip down either of these rivers takes canoe enthusiasts deep into the heart of river-country. Towering riparian corridors hide an abundance of bird and small mammal life that can be spotted as you slowly glide through the river system. In Miami County, Barefoot Canoes, located in the Tipp City Park and West Milton City Park, provides access to both rivers. When the river is at its normal level, those canoeing can jump in for a swim to beat the heat, or stop for a picnic on a rocky shore of the river. Those braving the river may choose to go solo or in groups. Both trips can last an entire day, depending on how fast and often you row, and how many breaks you take along the way. Overnight trips can be booked at either location.
BAREFOOT CANOES
• Location: Tipp City Park, North Third Street and Parkwood Drive, in Tipp City, (937) 667-4862
• Hours: April, May, September and October, weekends and June, July and August, seven days a week. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
FISHING PONDS
Bill’s Trout Lake. • Location: 7745 East Agenbroad Road, New Carlisle. (937)845-9601
Paul’s Lakes • Location: 8602 Versailles-Southeastern Road, Bradford. (937)448-2504
Hobart Arena – 8 miles
Throughout its more than 55 year history, Hobart Arena has been the location of musical and sports entertainment, unmatched anywhere in the county. In the past, entertainers such as Elvis Presly graced the facility, performing to packed crowds and screaming fans. Today, the arena is a nationally known center for figure skaters. The center’s public ice-skating rink can be the start of a hockey or figure skating career or an evening of hand-in-hand skating. The arena hosts a number of events each year including basketball tournaments, concerts, trade shows and many other special activities. An indoor walking track is available from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays. Admission for most events.
• Location: 255 Adams Street, Troy, (937) 339-2911 or (937) 339-5145
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.; 1-5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Open weekends for special events
• Website: www.hobartarena.com
Eldean Covered Bridge - 10 miles
Set amongst the backdrop of Miami County’s vast farmland and the tree-lined corridor of the Great Miami River, the Eldean Covered Bridge is one of only two covered bridges remaining in the county. Built in 1860, the historic bridge, painted in the traditional red, was once the second longest of its kind in Ohio. Today, visitors can still cross under the protected barriers of this historic landmark, both on foot and by car. Whether you walk or drive across the bridge, the craftsmanship of the design will no doubt take you to another time in Miami County’s early history.
• Location: Corner of North County Road 25-A & Eldean Road, Troy
• Hours: Year Round
Fletcher Covered Bridge – 21 miles
In 1993, 29 local volunteer workers built the Fletcher Covered Bridge on the location of the former Gustin Ditch bridge. Dedicated in 1998, the covered bridge is a new look at an old style of bridge design. Located next to the quiet community of Fletcher, visitors to the bridge can get a taste of the simple life while visiting this historic recreation.
• Location: Downing Street, Fletcher (one block north of U.S. 36)
• Hours: Year Round
Fort Piqua Plaza - 17 miles
Fort Piqua Plaza is a fully rehabilitated historic facility that serves as the heart of activity in Piqua and all of Miami County. First completed in 1891, this elaborately constructed Richardsonian Romanesque style facility houses the Piqua Public Library, coffee shop, state of the art meeting rooms, a spectacular elegant ballroom and a high end eating establishment. Located inside, the Library has a large collection of unique materials on Piqua and the Northern Miami County. Here is the website for a group of photos of the recent grand opening: www.piquaoh.org/photo_plaza_grand_opening_celebration.htm
• Location: 116 W. High Street, Downtown Piqua, 937-773-6753 (Piqua Library)
• Hours: Year Round
• Website: www.mainstreetpiqua.com
Civil War Monument - 15 miles
Standing majestically above the quaint streets of Pleasant Hill, the Civil War Monument is a memorial to local residents who fought and died for the Union during the Civil War. A total of 13 soldiers from this area were honored when the statue was placed in Pleasant Hill in 1895. Today, the monument stands in the middle of the community’s main intersection and acts as a traffic circle to those passing by. Several dining and shopping opportunities are close by. Outside visitation only.
• Location: Intersection of State Route 48 and 718, Pleasant Hill.
• Hours: Year Round
Welcome to Tipp City!
Welcome to Tipp City! Located just north of Dayton and the intersection of Interstates 70 and 75, Tipp City boasts a quaint downtown shopping district with cute restaurants and coffee shops to complement its rural and residential heritage. For up-to-the-minute Tipp City News, see the Tipp News Daily online newspaper!
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