Heather's Guidebook
Sightseeing
great open hilltop views of the mighty Ohio river and Ripley's heritage of the Underground Railroad
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John Rankin House
6152 Rankin Hill Rdgreat open hilltop views of the mighty Ohio river and Ripley's heritage of the Underground Railroad
Buzzardroost Rock Hiking Trail
Good medium level day hike with ominous valley views
Harriet Beecher Stowe Museums
2124 Old Main StreetMore local history with Underground railroad connections
Mefford's Fort
Historic Old Washington/Maysville Ky
Great fishing, kayaking, canoeing, tube floating, swimming! Approximately 2 miles of deep water to the Ohio river. If water slightly up start at North Pole Rd covered bridge. If waters low, most of summer, start at Scoffield bridge
Eagle Creek
Great fishing, kayaking, canoeing, tube floating, swimming! Approximately 2 miles of deep water to the Ohio river. If water slightly up start at North Pole Rd covered bridge. If waters low, most of summer, start at Scoffield bridge
From cabin take scenic river route 52 west towards Cincinnati approximately 15 miles thru Ripley and Higginsport to Augusta ferry. Take a leisurely ride across the mighty Ohio either by foot passenger or vehicle passenger to the lovely town of Augusta. If by vehicle, then take route 8 east back to Maysville for a full circle. Stunning river views and charming towns run both ways!
Brown Augusta Ferry
From cabin take scenic river route 52 west towards Cincinnati approximately 15 miles thru Ripley and Higginsport to Augusta ferry. Take a leisurely ride across the mighty Ohio either by foot passenger or vehicle passenger to the lovely town of Augusta. If by vehicle, then take route 8 east back to Maysville for a full circle. Stunning river views and charming towns run both ways!
Food Scene
Cohearts Riverhouse
18 N Front StGreat food with farmhouse atmosphere and again views of Ohio river
Wonderful food and ambiance with a 1950's feel and again riverfront with lovely views of the Ohio river and the Maysville bridge
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Capronis Restaurant & Bar
320 Rosemary Clooney StWonderful food and ambiance with a 1950's feel and again riverfront with lovely views of the Ohio river and the Maysville bridge
Enjoy food and drink, next to the ferry from Ohio's US 52 cabin is 14mi east from 52 and a 19mi drive on Rt 8 in Kentucky. Beautiful round trip with Kentucky side views of Ripley and the John Rankin house! Be sure to call ahead for reservations! If booked, several other places to enjoy a meal. Hometown of George Clooney
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Beehive Augusta Tavern
101 West Riverside DriveEnjoy food and drink, next to the ferry from Ohio's US 52 cabin is 14mi east from 52 and a 19mi drive on Rt 8 in Kentucky. Beautiful round trip with Kentucky side views of Ripley and the John Rankin house! Be sure to call ahead for reservations! If booked, several other places to enjoy a meal. Hometown of George Clooney
Grab a yummy burger and fries while floating amongst the Ohio river guppies! Seasonal so be sure to check local listings for hours.
Ripley Boat Club
109 Front StreetGrab a yummy burger and fries while floating amongst the Ohio river guppies! Seasonal so be sure to check local listings for hours.
Great pizza and Smoked wings! Stop by to check out new menu items and get the low down on the locals ;)
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Brookies
12 Main StGreat pizza and Smoked wings! Stop by to check out new menu items and get the low down on the locals ;)
Parc d'État de Blue Licks Battlefield Resort
10299 Maysville RdHistoric and Great food!
Mayslick Dinner Bell Restaurant
5593 U.S. 68Nothin fancy BUT Great Downhome cookin'
Scioto Ribber
1026 Gallia StGreat steaks! Worth the drive to Portsmouth
Mi Camino Real
1569 U.S. 68Great mexican cuisine!
Winery
Historic winery..oldest in area near the beautiful Kentucky river town of Augusta. Take a short trip west on US 52, Ride the ferry across the river. Many cute shops and restaurants in town to visit as well
Baker-Bird Winery
4465 Augusta Chatham RoadHistoric winery..oldest in area
Meranda-Nixon Winery
6517 Laycock RdGreat local winery
Golf
Kenton Station Golf Course
1306 Golf Manor Drivelocal golf
Laurel Oaks Golf Club
808 US-62local golf
Local Bait Shop
Eagle Creek Marina
62/68 U.S. 52Local live bait shop..check hours
Neighborhoods
Ripley
Quaint historic river town
Beautiful little river town to take a stroll..several shops and restaurants
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Augusta
Beautiful little river town to take a stroll..several shops and restaurants
Historic downtown with cobble stone streets and many unique shops and restaurants
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Maysville
Historic downtown with cobble stone streets and many unique shops and restaurants
Old Washington
Old log homes
Local Churches
Aberdeen United Methodist Church
90 Main Cross StreetSt Michael Parish Hall
36 North 4th StreetLocal catholic
Saint Patrick Church
110 East Third StreetMaysville Catholic Church
Ripley Church of Christ
105 North 3rd StreetCentenary United Methodist Church
110 North Second StreetRipley Church of the Nazarene
230 North Second Street