Satisfying Quality of Life
Local residents enjoy numerous opportunities for
recreation and leisure, cultural enrichment, shopping
enjoyment and commerce and industry.
Health Care Services
Health care in Muskingum County is readily available,
affordable and of the highest quality. Genesis
Healthcare System provides a higher level of care than
most community hospitals of its size, including Level II
Perinatal Care, open-heart surgery, interventional
cardiac services and neuro-surgery. Services extend
beyond the hospital walls with community education,
occupational health, rehabilitation, hospice and home
care services.
Muskingum County also has several high-quality
nursing homes meeting the needs of the aged. Six
County Community Mental Health Services, Inc.,
serves the region with a qualified staff of
psychiatrists,
psychologists, social workers, nurses and counselors.
Recreational Activities
Muskingum County is rich in opportunities for
sportsmen and outdoor enthusiasts. Boating,
hiking, fishing and hunting are enjoyed in three Ohio
State Parks.
Seven top-quality public golf courses and the
Zanesville Country Club provide challenges for players
of all skill levels.
Zanesville’s riverfront park system provides
recreational
and athletic fields for youth and adult leagues, as well
as a paved biking and jogging trail. In addition to the
Zanesville Park System, a County Park District has
been established to provide further emphasis to
recreational activities throughout the county.
Muskingum County is well known for top quality
athletic clubs. These facilities offer a wide variety of
physical fitness, sports and exercise opportunities.
Leisure Time Activities
For area residents who need a break from sports
and outdoor activities or who prefer more laid-back
recreational experiences, Muskingum County
offers much.