✓Verified by America’s State Parks Editorial Team – Updated March 2026
Tappan Lake State Park in Harrison County County. Spanning 2,350 acres and established in 1938, this park offers a peaceful retreat into nature for visitors of all ages.
Quick Facts
County
Harrison County
Park Size
2,350 acres
Established
1938
Accessibility
Go & Do Plan a Visit Find a Property Events Calendar Campgrounds Cabins Resort Lodges Primitive Camping Bridle Camps Unique Getaways Group Facilities Shelters, Gazebos & More Find a Trail Ohio Trails Hiking & Backpacking Buckeye Trail Storybook Trails APV Riding Bridle Trails Lake Erie Birding Trail Mountain Biking Outdoor Recreation Fishing Hunting Boating Paddling Shooting Ranges Accessible Recreation Golfing Hiking & Backpacking APV Riding Mountain Biking Buckeye Trail Family Friendly Dog Parks Disc Golf Fossil Collecting Mushroom Hunting Nature Centers Storybook Trails Winter Activities Horseback Riding Picnicking Golfing Swimming See the Sights View Wildlife Bird Watching Geologic Features Ohio State Fair Fall Color Wildflowers Historic Places Lake Erie Birding Trail Solar Eclipse 2024 Scenic Views Selfie Stations
Accessible Recreation
Tappan Lake was impounded by constructing a dam across Little Stillwater Creek. It has 2,131 acres of water and its 47 miles of shoreline offers more accessible shoreline fishing than any other Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District lake.
The State Parks Team is a group of outdoor enthusiasts, researchers, and travel writers dedicated to showcasing America's state parks. Drawing on collective experience visiting parks in all 50 states, the team creates detailed guides, curated park lists, and practical tips to help visitors make the most of their state park adventures. Our mission: making America's state parks accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
