What makes a park special? Is it the amenities? The location? Here in Ohio, there’s a city park that’s a true hidden gem. Rising Park in Lancaster features beautiful views of the entire town from towering sandstone bluffs. It’s a view that’s well worth the trek, no matter what time of year it is.

Waterfront views, hiking trails and even tennis courts await you at this lovely little park in the small city of Lancaster.

MsTina92/TripAdvisor You can visit Rising Park daily from dawn to dusk.

Kids will especially appreciate the spacious play area and playground equipment, but this one-of-a-kind park is fun for adults too.

RaleighNCTraveller/TripAdvisor For more information about this city park and the amenities featured here, check out the Lancaster City Parks website.

The best park about this unique park is the view from Mount Pleasant, a 250-foot high sandstone bluff that overlooks the town.

MsTina92/TripAdvisor Please note: While the trek through the woods is short, it’s fairly strenuous for those who aren’t used to steep trails.

From below, you can see the overlook peaking out from the surrounding forest.

TripAdvisor Bring your phone or camera here. You’ll definitely want to snap a photo or two.

From the top, you can see nearly the entire town of Lancaster, as well as the Fairfield County fairgrounds. It’s a little unexpected piece of beauty hiding in small town Ohio.

MsTina92/TripAdvisor You can visit Rising Park daily from dawn to dusk.

Have you ever explored Rising Park? If so, share your experiences and photos with us!

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You can visit Rising Park daily from dawn to dusk.

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For more information about this city park and the amenities featured here, check out the Lancaster City Parks website.

Please note: While the trek through the woods is short, it’s fairly strenuous for those who aren’t used to steep trails.

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Bring your phone or camera here. You’ll definitely want to snap a photo or two.

For more beautiful parks in Ohio to explore, check out our previous article: An Abandoned Castle Awaits Along The Loop Trail At North Chagrin Reservation In Ohio.

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Address: Rising Park, 1120 N High St, Lancaster, OH 43130, USA