Highland County Community

Welcome to Highland County

Located in Southwestern Ohio, a rural agricultural county rich with an abundance of natural wonders, and yet convenient to 3 major cities. Approximately a one hour drive to Cincinnati, Dayton and Columbus, the best of both worlds are easily enjoyed by our residents. Hillsboro is the seat of Highland County.

Watch a YouTube video about Highland County here!

 
Highland County is named for its rolling hills and highland topography. Highland County could be seen as a borderline county. With plains to the north (Clinton and Fayette counties) and edge of the Appalachian Mountains to the southeast, Highland County boasts a variety of landscapes and beautiful scenery.

Blessed in community and history, Highland County celebrated its bicentennial in 2005! Charming covered bridges, magnificent court houses, historic school buildings, and other landmarks accent our already scenic, wooded, rolling hillsides. Click here to read an article on the history of Highland County.

The Highland County Fair, the Greene Countrie Town Festival, and the Festival of Bells in Hillsboro are just a few of the festivals that unite our community along with visitors each year.  Highland Countians love a reason to get together and are recognized as friendly people from diverse backgrounds.

If you like outdoor recreation, Highland County is at the top of the list!  Two major lakes, three golf courses, public hunting lands, and state parks will keep the outdoor enthusiast busy.  Paint Creek Lake and Rocky Fork Lake offer excellent crappie, bass, walleye, and catfish opportunities.

Highland County is being discovered and growing!  Excellent employment opportunities are steadily increasing.  New stores and businesses are finding our area a place to prosper!  More detailed information can be found at the Highland County Chamber of Commerce!

Whether you are considering a move to our area or just planning a visit, we hope you will experience the many reasons we are proud of Highland County!

Highland County Chamber of Commerce

Highland County Visitors Bureau