Outdoors

Whether you want to hike, bike, row, or meander, Lancaster County offers stunning areas for outdoor activities – even if that's just sitting and relaxing!

Hiking & Biking

Chickies Rock County Park

This beautiful park has paved trails for both biking and walking that stretch from Marietta to Columbia. Chickies Rock Outfitters is located in Columbia and is ready to supply you with bikes, kayaks and paddleboats as well instructors. Chickies Rock County Park is located just 14 minutes from accommodations at Olde Square Inn.

Speedwell Forge

In this natural, undeveloped park, you'll find scenic woods and a diversity of wildlife habitats. Native woodland wildflowers and plants are in bloom from April through September. There is a hiking trail through the woods and a small parking area.

Middle Creek Wildlife Area

Middle Creek is a state game lands known for its birding. A spectacular event of snow geese migration occurs in February/March and draws watchers from around the country. The visitors' center has exhibits as well as mapped hikes through the natural trails.