The Highest Point In Ohio Campbell Hill In Bellefontaine

Have you ever wondered where the highest point in Ohio is? Did you know that it’s actually tucked away in the small town of Bellefontaine? Most people don’t. Campbell Hill in Bellefontaine is home to the highest point in Ohio. It’s a quiet roadside attraction that doesn’t get a lot of attention but it’s neat to cross of your Ohio bucket list.

Welcome to Campbell Hill, the highest place you can possibly stand in the state of Ohio.

BuckeyeBob44471/TripAdvisor You’ll find it on the grounds of a vocational-technical school, the Hi-Point Career Center.

Campbell Hill stands at 1,549 feet above sea level, making it the highest point in the Buckeye State.

BuckeyeBob44471/TripAdvisor What was once home to the Bellefontaine Air Force Station and the 664th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron is now both a school and a historic spot.

The highest point is clearly marked on the ground, making it the perfect place to stop and take a photo.

Mike L/TripAdvisor There’s even a guest book you can sign and a certificate you can take home as a memento.

Although it’s relatively flat and you don’t have to hike an inspiring summit to get there, it’s a peaceful spot.

Mike L/TripAdvisor Sit on the bench in the small garden for awhile and take in the view.

While you’re in town, you might as well pay a visit to “The World’s Oldest Concrete Street” at the Logan County Courthouse.

OZinOH/Flickr Court Avenue in Bellefontaine, Ohio is officially deemed “America’s Oldest Concrete Street.” It was first paved in 1891.

As an added bonus, nearby is the “World’s Shortest Street,” McKinley Street, which is only 15 ft. long.

Swiss Celt/Wikimedia Commons Bellefontaine is simply known for its famous points and streets.

Have you ever explored the town of Bellefontaine or visited Campbell Hill before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

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You’ll find it on the grounds of a vocational-technical school, the Hi-Point Career Center.

What was once home to the Bellefontaine Air Force Station and the 664th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron is now both a school and a historic spot.

Mike L/TripAdvisor

There’s even a guest book you can sign and a certificate you can take home as a memento.

Sit on the bench in the small garden for awhile and take in the view.

OZinOH/Flickr

Court Avenue in Bellefontaine, Ohio is officially deemed “America’s Oldest Concrete Street.” It was first paved in 1891.

Swiss Celt/Wikimedia Commons

Bellefontaine is simply known for its famous points and streets.

For more unique and little-known oddities in Ohio, check out our previous article: 14 Bizarre Roadside Attractions In Ohio That Are Fascinatingly Weird.

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Address: Campbell Hill, Bellefontaine, OH 43311, USA