In western Ohio and looking for a fun afternoon? We’ve got a great adventure planned for you! Head to Caesar Creek State Park and check out the beauty of Horseshoe Falls, then drive about an hour to reach historic Crabill’s Hamburgers, an adorable (and tasty!) relic of days gone by.

Check out the route on Google Maps and see for yourself – it’s right around 50 miles and will be a little over an hour with traffic.

Live elsewhere in Ohio? No problem! We’ve got a few other great day pairings planned for you all over the state.

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Caesar Creek State Park is one of the prettiest parks in Ohio, no matter the season. The park is over 3,500 acres and has multiple trails and even a nature center that’s a blast for kids.

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One of the easiest trails at Caesar Creek is the Horseshoe Falls out and back trail. It’s under two miles and not very steep, so it’s suitable for even beginner hikers.

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You’ll get to enjoy Ohio’s natural beauty and get some exercise as you head down the trail. There’s nothing like an afternoon spent outside!

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The jewel of the trail is Horseshoe Falls, a beautiful little 3 foot waterfall that makes for gorgeous pictures.

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About an hour away is Crabill’s Hamburgers, a charming little joint that will have you longing for days of yore. You’ll feel like you stepped back in time when you enter the unassuming building!

Crabill’s Hamburger Shoppe/Google Maps The restaurant is one of the most beloved spots in Urbana, and it’s easy to see why.

Crabill’s opened in a small garage in 1927 (hamburgers were just a nickel each!). The restaurant is now owned by the founder’s grandchildren, who are proud to carry on the family legacy of good, fresh food at affordable prices.

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Crabill’s is an Urbana tradition, and due to their popularity, the drive thru line often extends into the street.

Dan Mitchell/Google Maps The menu is simple - you can get your slider plain or with everything (cheese, pickle, onions, mustard). There’s something to be said for not having a complicated selection to wade through! They also serve hot dogs and pie, but the burgers are the real draw here.

Their sliders are small but packed with flavor - you’ll want to order a whole sackful! They also offer locally made Mumford’s chips

David Feeley/Google Maps Like their burgers, the building itself is small and does not offer a lot of seating, so you may want to grab them to go.

 

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Check out the information page on Alltrails for details!

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The restaurant is one of the most beloved spots in Urbana, and it’s easy to see why.

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The menu is simple - you can get your slider plain or with everything (cheese, pickle, onions, mustard). There’s something to be said for not having a complicated selection to wade through! They also serve hot dogs and pie, but the burgers are the real draw here.

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Like their burgers, the building itself is small and does not offer a lot of seating, so you may want to grab them to go.

Check out the official Crabills Hamburger Shoppe Facebook for hours, and make sure to bring along cash, as they do not accept credit cards!

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Address: Caesar Creek State Park, 8570 OH-73, Waynesville, OH 45068, USAAddress: Crabill’s Hamburger Shoppe, 727 Miami St, Urbana, OH 43078, USA