Overview
Heath is a city in Licking County in the state of Ohio.
2 sights · 1 things to do · 2 places to eat · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Heath
Great Circle Earthworks
Davis-Shai House
a restored 1800s farmhouse, owned by the city, that hosts various tea and luncheon events.
Heath City Water Park
A pool complex with a lazy river, water slides, splash playground, and other facilities.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 85°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jul and Jun. (climate data from nearby Columbus)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- CMH John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Columbus — 24 mi away (major hub). Directions
- LCK Rickenbacker International Airport, Columbus — 30 mi away. Directions
From Interstate 70, take the State Route 79 North exit 129B and go north 6 miles.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Great Circle Earthworks, Heath City Water Park
- Lunch Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse
- Afternoon Davis-Shai House
- Dinner La Paloma Mexican Restaurant
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
By plane
Go Newark-Heath Airport
A general aviation airport and home of the Air Force Metrology and Calibration Program Office.
By car
From Interstate 70, take the State Route 79 North exit 129B and go north 6 miles.
From State Route 16, take the State Route 79 South exit and go south 2 miles.
Get around
By car
Heath has no mass transit, so a vehicle will be needed to travel in the city.
By bike
There are two bike trails in the city. The Buckeye Scenic Trail connects with Newark.
See
See Great Circle Earthworks
Do
Buy
Heath does not have a traditional downtown area and most of the retail businesses in the city are located on State Route 79.
Shop Southgate Shopping Center
Eat
Eat Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse
Sleep
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