Canaan Township Athens County Ohio
organized in 1819
Township News and Alerts From the Trustees
Board of Trustee's July meeting will be held Monday 7/2/18 7pm at the Canaan Township Garage.
Next year 2019, marks the 200th year since the organization of Canaan Township, we are in the preliminary stages of planning a 200 year celebration sometime next spring. Information about that celebration will be added to the website as plans are confirmed.
About Canaan Township
Location
Located in almost the middle of Athens County, Ohio, nestled in the southeast corner of the Hocking Hills area, Canaan Township is a little gem of beautiful hills and ravines. Hidden natural rock formations and creeks wind through the hills and valleys of the township. The Hocking River and State Route 50/32 run through the middle of the township, and separate the north and south areas of Canaan Township. A small portion of the township is annexed into the City of Athens as well.
Strouds Run State Park
Most of Strouds Run State Park lies within Canaan Township. Comprised of 2,606 acres, the park includes Dow Lake. It is a 161 acre lake that provides both recreational opportunity and scenic beauty. The park has miles of walking trails and a large swimming area, as well as a boat ramp for small water craft. There is also a boat and kayak rental service available.
Government
Canaan Township is governed by a three member board of trustees, as well as a fiscal officer. The Board of Trustees meet once a month on the first Monday of the month.
Canaan Township Athens County Ohio
Photo Credit Shelia Peterson
Canaan Township Map
Recycling Dumpsters at the Township Garage
Athens County Government Links
Local Weather
Strouds Run State Park
Noaa River Flood Info.
Athens County Visitors Bureau
Contact Us
Send the trustees an email
Township Trustees
Randy Wolfe Term Expires 12/31/21
740-591-3296
Russel Halbirt Term Expires 12/31/19
740-662-3415
Charles Kincade Term Expires 12/31/21
740-662-6355