Lancaster | Central Ohio | Fairfield County
Lancaster features riverfront parks nature preserves and nearby state forest access for hiking and wildlife viewing. Local trails and river access support paddling and birdwatching. State Route connections and proximity to Interstate 70 provide regional access. Population approximately 40000 city proper with active park programming and community nature events.
Wildlife
Common wildlife: white tailed deer red fox raccoon eastern cottontail wild turkey great blue heron red tailed hawk painted turtle and smallmouth bass in river reaches