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The buckeye state encompasses 28.6 million acres, just over 44,825 square miles. Located in the midwest region of the United States, part of its border is Lake Eerie to the north. Neighboring states include Michigan to the northwest, Pennsylvania to the east, and Indiana to the west.

The state takes its name from the Ohio River, which traces its name to an Iroquoian Indian word meaning “great water.” Ohio became the 17th state of the union in 1803. Today, the state comprises 88 counties.

It’s nicknamed the Buckeye State in honor of the number of buckeye trees. The state flower is the carnation widely cultivated for its fringe-petaled flowers, which often have a spicy fragrance and is used extensively in the floral industry. The state bird is the cardinal.

Columbus is the capital and the largest city. On the southern shore of Lake Erie, Cleveland is the second largest.

Regions

The state has several popular land regions, including the Ohio Huron-Erie Plains, Till Plains, Glaciated Allegheny Plateaus, Appalachian Plateaus, and Bluegrass Section.

Agriculture in Ohio

Agriculture continues to be Ohio’s top industry for revenue generated in the Buckeye State. The agriculture industry is in the state is around $8.7 billion-dollar. There are approximately 80,000 farms in the state, covering 14.9 million acres of Ohio. The average size farm comprises 206 acres.

Ohio’s most valuable crops are soybeans, corn, and dairy products. The state also grows substantial quantities of wheat, oats, and hay. Most of the cropland is in the western area of the state.

Wildlife

Ohio wildlife is abundant within the state on both land and water. The state features distinct habitats, including forests, prairies, wetlands, and The Great Lakes.

Its primary wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, dove, and ducks. The state also has fox, mink, muskrat, beaver, and river otters.

In abundance, there are rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, and bluegill sunfish among Ohio’s lakes, rivers, and streams. With over 400 lakes with public access, 60,000 stream miles, and 200,000 freshwater acres, the state makes for ample fishing and recreational opportunities year-round.

Main Rivers

The main rivers in the state are the Ohio River, Wabash River, Scioto River, Great Miami River, and Maumee River.

Major Lakes

Lake Erie, the largest lake in Ohio, is located on the northern border of Ohio. The surface area of this lake is approximately 6.3 million acres (9,940 square miles).
Other large lakes include Pymatuning Lake and Grand Lake St. Mary’s, which exceed 30,588 surface area acres.

State Parks

Ohio has 75 state parks and eight national parks.

National Parks

Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
First Ladies National Historic Site
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
James A. Garfield National Historic Site
Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial
William Howard Taft National Historic Site

State Summary
Nickname	Buckeye State
Neighboring States	Ontario Canada, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana
Regions	Huron-Erie Plains, Till Plains, Glaciated Allegheny Plateaus, Allegheny Plateaus, Bluegrass section
State Flower	Carnation
State Bird	cardinal
Big Game	white-tailed deer and turkey
Small Game	squirrel, grouse, rabbit, quail ducks, geese, and mourning dove
Freshwater Fish	smallmouth bass, yellow perch, rainbow fish, blue gill
Hunting Information	https://ohiodnr.gov/buy-and-apply/hunting-fishing-boating/hunting-resources
Total acreage	28.6 million
Total public land acreage	298,500 acres
Average annual rainfall	37.57 inches
Farmland by acreage	14.9 million
Woodlands by acreage	7.6 million
Coastline	312 miles (Lake Erie coastline)
Conservation program	https://ohiodnr.gov/discover-and-learn/safety-conservation/woodland-management/landowner-assistance-NRCS-programs
Primary Crops	Soybeans and corn
Main Rivers	Ohio River, Wabash River, Scioto River, Great Miami River, Maumee River
Largest Lake	Lake Erie
Other Lakes	Pymatuning Lake, Grand Lake St. Mary’s, Mosquito Creek Lake, Indian Lake
Major Rivers	Ohio River, Wabash River, Scioto River, Great Miami River, Maumee River
Other Tributaries	Tennessee, Cumberland, Kanawha, Muskingum, Miami, Wabash

Our Rural Real Estate Offices

Mossy Oak Properties Ohio began with the goal of becoming a trusted resource for folks looking to buy or sell rural land for sale in Ohio. Our land brokers and agents understand what people are looking for in rural property because we share the same lifestyle and love for the land as you do. We understand the importance of honor and integrity and that buying or selling land is an emotional and life-changing experience for consumers.

Only Mossy Oak Properties Ohio can provide the powerful combination of brand strength, local expertise, quality service, and national exposure. Whether you want to buy or sell rural real estate, a Mossy Oak Properties land specialist is a must-have on your team.

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