Clermont County Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
county in Ohio, United States
About Clermont County
Clermont County was home to Miami, Delaware, Mingo, Ottawa and Cherokee tribes and as European and American settlers came to the Nortwest Territory the county became home to a large immigrant population, most notably German immigrants. The county played an important role in theUnderground Railroaddue to its location inSouthwest Ohioon the border withKentucky. The county had several "stations" and was home to numerous high profile abolitionists including. Charles "Boss" B. Huber helped hide an estimated 300 - 500 fugitive slaves. Huber’s neighbor, Dr. L.T. Pease, took over the role Williamsburg's stationmaster upon Huber's death. Clermont County's most famous son is Ulysses S. Grant, born Hiram Ulysses Grant inPoint Pleasant, a small village along the Ohio River. Grant became one of Ame
Top Attractions in Clermont County
Explore the best things to see and do in Clermont County:
- ★Clermont County Fair
Clermont County Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: