Great Council State Park

Ohio’s Newest State Park

Great Council State Park (opened 2022) commemorates Chalahgawtha, a major Shawnee town where Tecumseh grew up. The visitor center tells the story of Indigenous peoples and the Shawnee legacy.

Visitor Center

State-of-the-art Shawnee History Museum with interactive exhibits, artifacts, and rotating displays. Open year-round.

Trails

No Camping

Day-use only with visitor center and trails. For camping nearby, try John Bryan State Park.

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