Parks & Nature
Darke County Park District
The Darke County Park District is made up of nearly a dozen unique, individual parks throughout Darke County that feature hiking, cycling, kayaking, and more. The Park District also features programming at different parks throughout the year that you can find on their event calendar.
*Click on the images below for information on each park, including location information, hours, and much more.
To learn more...visit the Darke County Parks website
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Greenville
Historic Downtown Greenville
Versailles
Adventures
Eldora Speedway
Owned and operated by NASCAR legend Tony Stewart, this 1/2 mile dirt oval is home to World 100, The Dream, and Kings Royal. The Nation’s most widely recognized sanctioning groups, including All-Star Sprints, WoO, Late Models, Midgets, Dirt Champ, Modifieds and Stock Cars race at Eldora! This track is located 18 miles north of Greenville. Seasonal: April - September
13929 State Route 118
New Weston, OH 45348
Phone: (937) 338-3815
Email: mail@eldoraspeedway.com
Beechwood Golf Course
Darke County's only 27-hole golf course offers driving ranges, practice tees, practice sand trap, leagues for men and women, pro shop, custom clubs and repairs, golf lessons, restaurant, catering services and a clubhouse. Beechwood is located 12 miles southwest of Greenville, and 7 miles southeast of Arcanum. Call ahead for tee times. Seasonal: March - November
1476 State Route 503
Arcanum, OH 45304
Phone: (937) 678-4422
Email: beechwoodgc@g-wireless.net
White Springs Golf Club
White Springs Golf Club has been the best option for Greenville golf since it first opened in 1939. This course is without question the best option for a round of Greenville golf, located just minutes from Greenville, Ohio. The course features a classic layout designed by Frank Roberts, making White Springs a pleasure for players of all skill levels.
The 9 hole course features 3,167 yards of golf from the longest tees. White Springs is the perfect place for your next tournament or outing, with affordable packages for just about any budget.
3630 State Route 571
Greenville, OH 45331
Phone: (937) 548-6546
Dayton Dragons
The Dragons are a Class "A" affiliates of the Cincinnati Reds offering family fun only 45 minutes away from the Heart of Darke County, Greenville. 41 miles south of Greenville. Seasonal activity. Call for times and cost. Groups welcome.
Fifth Third Field: 202 N. Patterson Boulevard
Dayton, OH 45402
Phone: (937) 228-BATS
Stillwater Valley Golf Club
This scenic 18-hole golf club offers driving ranges, practice tees, practice sand traps, custom clubs, leagues for men and women, pro shop, golf lessons, cafe and banquet facilities. This beautiful course is located 13 miles northeast of Greenville and 7 miles southeast from Versailles. Call ahead for tee times. Seasonal: March - November.
9235 Seibt Road
Versailles, OH 45380
Phone: (937) 526-3041
Brumbaugh Fruit & Fun Farm
Entertainment for the entire family can be found at "Darke County's Agricultural Playground"! Activities include... hayrides to the Kinda Kooky Korn maze and pumpkin patch, as well as Monster Mountain, Storybook Forest, Ghost Town Stage, Grandpa's Fun Acres (petting zoo and playground for the kids, young and old), Willy Worm's Wagon Express, Kid's Korral, Ole' Fishin' Hole (complete with pond and campfire sites), Farmer's Daughter Bakery and Brumbaugh's Market can be explored on this family-owned and operated farm in Arcanum, Ohio. Hours are seasonal.
In-season hours (September through October) are Saturdays from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm and Sundays 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The bakery hours are 6:00 am to 6:00 pm every day.
6420 Hollansburg-Arcanum Road
Arcanum, OH 45304
Phone: (937) 692-8084
Email: kbietry@embarqmail.com
Valley's Edge Snow Tubing
If You Like to Sled, You'll Love Snow Tubing! Snow Tubing is a great way to experience the fun of winter recreation from a whole new perspective. No experience is necessary, simply grab your tube and let the fun begin! Call for hours and rates.22 miles south of Greenville on St. Rt. 121.
9319 Wesler Rd.
New Paris, OH 45347
Phone: (937) 437-0800
Union City Country Club
This 9-hole course offers leagues for men and women, pro shop, and a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar. It is located 10 miles southeast of Union City and 10 miles west of Greenville. Call ahead for tee times. Seasonal: March - November.
868 Wasson Road
Union City, OH 45390
Phone: (937) 968-6518
Turtle Creek Golf Course
This scenic 18-hole, public golf course offers driving ranges, practice tees, practice sand traps, custom clubs, leagues for men and women, pro shop, golf lessons, restaurant and banquet facilities. This mature course is located 5 miles east of Greenville. Call ahead for tee times. Seasonal: March - November.
6545 US Rt. 36 E
Greenville, OH 45331
Phone: (937) 548-2700
BMI Event Center & Speedway
BMI Speedway is so much more than basic race track. The unique structure is equipped to become a must-see entertainment destination in west central Ohio. Showcasing everything from high-speed short track racing to nationally known musicians and bands. A perfect place to come see something exciting, while there enjoy some food and drink because BMI features a Noble Roman's Pizzeria and full bar (stocked with top shelf liquors).
791 E. Main St.
Versailles, OH 45380
Phone: (937) 526-9547
Email: bmikarts@BMIKarts.com
YMCA of Darke County
The two facilities of the YMCA of Darke County offer swimming pools, weight rooms, cardio-strength centers, racquetball courts, indoor tennis, basketball, youth gym, running tracks, adult locker and spa, special needs locker room and babysitting services. Guests who stay at the Greenville Inn, Comfort Inn and Holiday Inn Express are entitled to privileges accorded to members of the YMCA. Call for hours.
301 Wagner Avenue
Greenville, OH 45331
Phone: (937) 548-3777
10242 Versailles South-eastern Road
Versailles, OH 45380
Phone: (937) 526-4488
Camelot Farms
Camelot is a full service equine facility offering training, lessons, boarding, along with summer activities such as family barbecues, cookouts and shows. The farm features pastures, wooded maintained riding trails, 3/4 acre stocked pond with picnic tables and benches, as well as indoor and outdoor arenas. Camelot Farms is 11 miles northeast of Greenville. Call for hours and options. Camelot Farm is the proud home of AQHA Congress and World Champion, Honor Role sire, Kay Cee Leaguer.
7067 State Route 242 (off US. 127N)
Versailles, OH 45380
Phone: (937) 867-0757
Heritage
The Garst Museum &
National Annie Oakley Center
The Garst Museum offers over 35,000 square feet of exhibit space within six building wings. Featured are The National Annie Oakley Center and the foremost collection dedicated to the life of Annie Oakley. The museum’s major exhibits include The National Annie Oakley Center, the Treaty of Green Ville and “Mad” Anthony Wayne, Tecumseh and Native Americans, Lowell Thomas, an extensive military collection, period American furnishings, county history, and agricultural artifacts. The museum also offers a well-staffed genealogy research library and a unique store.
205 N. Broadway St.
Greenville, OH 45331
Phone: (937) 548-5250
Email: information@garstmuseum.org
Fort Recovery State Museum
Located in Mercer County, only 30 minutes north of Greenville, this fort is the site of two of the most dramatic Indian battles in American history. The first was the devastating defeat of General Arthur St. Clair in 1791 and the second, the successful defense of the fort by General “Mad” Anthony Wayne in 1794. An 1840 log cabin and blacksmith shop are nearby. Two reconstructed blockhouses, a connecting stockade and many exhibits depicting the Indian wars of the 1790's are housed in the museum. The museum gallery also displays one of the largest collections of Indian artifacts in the state of Ohio.
1 Fort Site Street
Fort Recovery, OH 45846
419-375-4649
Versailles Area Museum
The Versailles Area Museum collects and interprets the history of Versailles, Ohio, founded in 1819.
The museum is open Sundays from 1PM-4PM, and closed the month of January.
552 S. West St.
Versailles, OH 45380
Phone: (937) 526-4222
Email: vmuseum@centurylink.net
Zachary Landsdowne Residence
Located on East Third Street at the corner of Locust Street, this gray shingle house is the birthplace of Lansdowne, who was the commander of the U.S.S. Shenandoah which crashed September 3, 1925 in Noble County, Ohio, killing Lansdowne and 13 of his crew. This private residence is on the National Register of Historic Sites. More information about Lansdowne can be found at the Garst Museum.
E 3rd St & Locust St
Greenville, OH 45331
Bear's Mill
Built in 1849, this water powered flour mill is an authentic example of a stone grinding mill of its time. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977, it is still in use today to grind a variety of local grains. Self-guided tours may be taken during normal business hours with guided tours available by appointment. Call to make arrangements: 937 548 5112. This mill is operated by a non-profit organization. Proceeds from donations and the Mill Store keep Bear’s Mill alive. The Mill Store and Gallery offers original art which changes every month, local handmade pottery, unique women’s accessories and jewelry, Bear’s Mill stoneground flours and private labeled food products to pamper you and your loved ones. Groups welcome.
6450 Arcanum-Bear's Mill Road
Greenville, OH 45331
Phone: (937) 548-5112
Email: martigoetz@bearsmill.com
Anthony Wayne
Peace Council House
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Dedicated on August 3, 1997, the council house honors the Native American tribes who signed the Treaty of Greene Ville. Information and tours for the Council House can be obtained through the Darke County Park District at (937) 548-0165.
Wilson Drive
Greenville, OH 45331
Phone: (937) 548-0165
Email: info@darkecountyparks.org
Arcanum-Wayne Trail Historical Society
The Arcanum Wayne Trail Historical Society, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to collecting, preserving, interpreting and disseminating the history of Southern Darke County and the Village of Arcanum located in Southwestern Ohio.
The Society was founded in March of 2004 and is comprised of members who share a common interest of "Connecting the Present, to the Past."
The Arcanum Wayne Trail Historical Society, Inc. meets at 7:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of September, November, January, March & May at 123 W. George St. Arcanum.
123 W. George St.
Arcanum, OH 45304
Phone: (937) 417-6462
Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum
The Bradford Railroad Museum is dedicated to the preservation of Bradford, Ohio's railroad heritage. The railroad was once a significant part of Bradford's economy, employing many who manned the trains, worked in the switching yards and in the roundhouse where steam locomotives were kept and serviced between runs.
The museum has restored Bradford's former Pennsylvania Railroad BF interlocking tower and opened a museum in the former bank building. The museum contains photos and displays that will allow the visitor to journey through Bradford's railroad history. In 2014, those dedicated to this effort will add a children’s area and an N-Scale model of the yards.
200 N. Miami Ave.
Bradford, OH 45308
Phone: (937) 423-1795
Email: bormrr@embarqmail.com
Fort Greenville
Anthony Wayne constructed the second official settlement in Darke County, Greene Ville, in 1793 along Greenville Creek. This military headquarters was the largest log fortified structure ever built, encompassing 55+ acres of land enclosed by wooden stockades and blockhouses. The fort stood for six years and was partially rebuilt during the War of 1812.
There are three markers within the area that the fort encompassed to view. One is an historic marker located on the public square; another is The Treaty Stone also located on the public square in downtown Greenville to denote the signing of the Treaty of Greenville in 1795 and the third is a monument located on the corner of West Main and Elm which denotes the located where the Treaty was signed.
Many artifacts were uncovered by local archeologist, Tony DeRegnaucourt from Wayne and his troops from two sites in modern Greenville. For more information, contact the Garst Museum at (937) 548-5250.
Traffic Circle
Greenville, OH
Phone: (937) 548-5250
Greenville Public Library
This structure was built in 1901 with the assistance of Andrew Carnegie and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This library features an extensive genealogy room with microfilm of Darke County's newspapers from over 100 years ago, as well as many books of historical significance.
520 Sycamore St.
Greenville, OH 45331
Phone: (937) 548-3915
Bicycle Museum of America
Located in Auglaize County only 40 minutes northeast of Greenville, this museum is dedicated to the history of cycling. The Bicycle Museum of America opened in 1997 in downtown New Bremen and features over 250 vintage bicycles, which includes a collection of over 150 Schwinn Bicycles from the former Chicago Museum.
7 West Monroe Street
North Bremen, OH 45869
Phone: (419) 629-9249