EXPLORE GEAUGA COUNTY

Its name is derived from the Native American word sheauga, meaning raccoon Established: Dec. 31, 1805 Population: 93,918 County Seat: Chardon The Great Geauga County Fair is Ohio’s oldest continually operating fair, first held in 1823. Geauga County is home to more than 18,000 Amish people, making it the country’s fourth-largest settlement. Northeastern Ohio is known for maple syrup production, and thousands flock to Burton, “Pancake Town USA,” for pancake breakfasts on Sundays in March.