Greenfield

Greenfield is a comfortable setting for industry or rural living, offering economic advantages and a pleasant living environment. Greenfield consists of over 5,000 people governed by a Mayor and City Council. Located in Highland County in South Central Ohio, 60 miles south of Columbus, 60 miles southeast of Dayton and Cincinnati. Greenfield is often called the “Gateway to Paint Creek” because it’s found in fertile farm plains near the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains.

The Paint Creek region is at the edge of the Appalachian Plateau and marks the boundary between the hilly eastern section of the state and the flatter western portion. It is believed that glaciers caused this boundary line seen today. One stream near the Paint Creek Lake State Park was blocked by glacial ice and reversed direction, rapidly cutting the 75-foot gorge seen today. Sullivantis, an extremely rare wildflower in Ohio, blooms in the gorge in mid-summer. Other natural attractions include Osprey and bald eagle that have been observed over the lake. A variety of wildlife find habitats in and around the Paint Creek region.

Another attraction is the Seven Caves. Seven Caves is a beautiful area that has been described as “Ohio’s Wonderland.” Rocky Fork Creek has carved chasms, caves, cliffs waterfalls and charming grottos into the area’s limestone deposits. 7 Caves is privately owned and open year round. Three self-guided trails take enthusiasts through the caves, across the top of the cliffs and then down to the creek. There is a snack and souvenir shop and picnic areas for your enjoyment. 

Traveller's Rest Inn:  Built in 1812 of stone from Paint Creek, this historical place is located at 147 Jefferson Street, Jefferson Street and McArthur Way.  In 1979 the Traveller's Rest Inn was included in the National Register of Historical Places.   

Imagination Kingdom:  This 10,000 square foot wood play structure was built and designed by citizens of Greenfield and features swings, slides, rings, trolley, suspension bridge, haunted castle, mirror maze, toddler's playground, tree house, fire pole, climbing wall, picnic area, and more!  Built with money raised by the local student body, Imagination Kingdom is open to the public daily, except during school hours.  

Paint Creek Lake & Rocky Fork Lake: Offering fishing, boating, skiing, swimming, camping, hiking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and horseback riding in one of Ohio’s best natural areas. The Paint Creek Lake State Park contains some of the areas most bountiful displays of wildflowers and scenic beauty. Wild geranium, jewelweed, yarrow, and Queen Ann’s lace can be found in the meadows and wooded areas of 
the park. 

Paint Creek and Rocky Fork Lakes provide a wide variety of boating opportunities with unlimited horsepower restrictions and boat rentals, fuel, and dock rentals.

For more information call the Paint Creek Lake State Park Office or see our Community Directory.

Other Attractions: Other attractions include: Pike Lake; south of Bainbridge, Fort Hills State Memorial; a prehistoric Indian hilltop with earthworks located south of Paint Creek, Fallsville, Oldaker, and Hillsboro Reservoir; offering hunting and fishing. 
 

Opportunities Greenfield!

Adena Health System – Greenfield Area Medical Center: The Greenfield Area Medical center is joined with the Adena Health System and offers a 40-bed community hospital that provides urgent care, emergency, general acute care, physical rehabilitation, home care and related services. 

Utilities: The city of Greenfield supplies water and sewage. Dayton Power and Light Company supply electric power and natural gas service for the Greenfield area. For contact information, see our Community Directory.


McClain High School: Built in 1914 by a donation of a local business man, and native son, Edward Lee. McClain, E.L. McClain High School stands as a living institution of learning, social gathering, and art appreciation.

In 1997, the electorate of the Greenfield Exempted Village School District accepted a bond issue to reach the matching funds granted by the School Buildings Commission of the State of Ohio to, among other thing such as the renovation of Buckskin and Rainsboro Elementary Schools and reconstruction of the McArthur Building, renovate and restore Edward Lee McClain High School to a 'School of Beauty', so to further the donor's vision of "Providing the Most Good to the Greatest Number..." well into the new millennium.  More information including a virtual tour of the facilities can be found at HighlandCountySchools.com.

The Buckeye Hills Country Club is located five miles west of Greenfield. It offers a swimming pool and an 18-hole golf course with wide fairways and is a golfer’s paradise. The Highland County area also has other golf courses for the ultimate golfing challenge in Southern Ohio. 

The Greenfield area also has the Salem Academy Museum, The Traveler’s Rest, Bainbridge Dental Museum, Greenfield Imagination Kingdom, and the Magic Waters Outdoor Amphitheatre. The acclaimed outdoor drama Tecumseh is also located in nearby Chillicothe. 

Other Conveniences:
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