Ohio State Parks: Buckeye State Beauty

Discover the natural beauty and recreational opportunities in Ohio’s state parks.

Public beach area viewed from across Cutler Lake at Blue Rock State Park

Blue Rock State Park

Picturesque Blue Rock State Park lies along Cutler Lake surrounded by rugged hills and acres of oak/hickory forest. This serene […]

Wolf Run Lake, a reservoir in Wolf Run State Park, Ohio, USA

Wolf Run State Park

Covering over 1,300 acres of lush forests, rolling hills, and serene lakeshores, Wolf Run State Park is one of the

Park bench overlooking the lake at Wingfoot Lake State Park

Wingfoot Lake State Park

Wingfoot Lake State Park is a stunning outdoor recreation area in Portage County, just 20 minutes from Akron. It is

Michael J Kirwan Reservoir as seen from the boat launch at West Branch State Park

West Branch State Park

West Branch State Park is a serene and tranquil natural destination located in Portage County, just 30 minutes from Akron.

pond at Tinkers Creek State Park in evening sunlight

Tinkers Creek State Park

Nestled in the heart of Northeast Ohio, Tinkers Creek State Park is a natural oasis for outdoor enthusiasts. Spread across

Pine Lake at Tar Hollow State Park

Tar Hollow State Park

Located in the heart of the Ohio countryside, just 30 minutes from Chillicothe, Tar Hollow State Park is a tranquil

Wolf Creek in Sycamore State Park

Sycamore State Park

Sycamore State Park is one of the most beautiful state parks in Ohio. Situated in the southwest region of the

Dow Lake at Strouds Run State park in Athens County Ohio

Strouds Run State Park

Tucked away in the scenic hills of southeastern Ohio, Strouds Run State Park is a beautiful natural area that showcases

Stonelick Lake at Stonelick State Park in Clermont County, Ohio.

Stonelick State Park

Located not far from Cincinnati, Stonelick State Park can be regarded as a hidden gem. Nestled within southwestern Ohio, the

Put-in-Bay sign at South Bass Island State Park

South Bass Island State Park

Located in the western basin of Lake Erie, South Bass Island State Park is a natural oasis that offers visitors

a bridge in front of the lake at Scioto Trail State Park

Scioto Trail State Park

If you are looking for somewhere to escape the hustle and bustle of city life in Ohio then consider Scioto

Aerial photograph of the western end of Rocky Fork Lake in Rocky Fork State Park

Rocky Fork State Park

Boasting a shimmering 2080-acre lake and over 31 miles of stunning shoreline, Rocky Fork State Park is a delightful public

aerial photograph of a lake at Shawnee State Park in winter

Shawnee State Park | National Forest

Nestled at the Appalachian Mountains picturesque foothills, Shawnee State Park is a breathtaking example of some of Mother Nature’s finest

Welcome sign at Salt Fork State Park

Salt Fork State Park

Salt Fork State Park is nestled within the hilly woods along Salt Fork Lake in Guernsey County, Ohio, only 90

Lily pads floating on the water at Pymatuning State Park

Pymatuning State Park

Pymatuning State Park lies on the Ohio side of the Pymatuning Reservoir near Andover, just 70 miles east of Cleveland.

boardwalk to the water at Punderson State Park

Punderson State Park

At 741 acres, Punderson State Park is not the biggest state park in Ohio. But it can easily lay claim

Trees reflecting in the water at Portage Lakes State Park

Portage Lakes State Park

If you are looking for a nature getaway that doesn’t involve driving for hours to get there, then Portage Lakes

Pike Lake State Park welcome sign

Pike Lake State Park

Flanked by the incredible beauty of Southern Ohio’s Appalachian plateau, Pike Lake State Park is an area of unspoiled nature

The marina at Paint Creek State Park

Paint Creek State Park

If you are looking for a state park in Ohio that offers something for the whole family then head on

Welcome sign at Oak Point State Park

Oak Point State Park

Tucked away on South Bass Island you will find the smallest state park in Ohio’s system. At just 1.5-acres in

Aerial photograph of North Bass Island State Park

North Bass Island State Park

If you are looking for somewhere you can completely go off grid for a while, there is no better place

Hiking trail at Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park

Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park

Situated just under an hour’s drive from the cities of Akron and Cleveland, Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park is not

boat launch at Mt Gilead State Park in autumn

Mt Gilead State Park

Ohio is blessed with some truly beautiful state parks, and Mt Gilead State Park has to be up there with

aerial photograph of Mosquito Lake State Park

Mosquito Lake State Park

It might not have the most charming or enticing of names, but don’t let that prevent you from visiting Mosquito

River running through the woods at Mohican State Park

Mohican State Park

Beautiful Mohican State Park lies along the shores of Pleasant Hill Lake surrounded by a thick hemlock forest only 70

Aerial photograph of Middle Bass Island State Park

Middle Bass Island State Park

Middle Bass Island State Park, along the shores of picturesque Lake Erie just 58 miles east of Toledo, was once

picture of the bay from the edge of the water at Maumee Bay State Park

Maumee Bay State Park

Picturesque state park with a golf course, trails, campground, cabins, and the beautiful resort – Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference

The Maumee River as taken from Mary Jane Thurston State Park in Grand Rapids, Ohio.

Mary Jane Thurston State Park

Mary Jane Thurston State Park lies along the Maumee River shoreline near the historic village of Grand Rapids, Ohio. This

Marblehead Lighthouse at sunset

Marblehead Lighthouse State Park

Marblehead Lighthouse State Park lies along a rocky peninsula that reaches out into one of the Great Lakes, only 55

view of Malabar Farm State Park from a hill in the distance

Malabar Farm State Park

Take a step back in time and discover the rugged beauty of Malabar Farm located in Richland County just 70

Partial panorama from Madison Lake State Park

Madison Lake State Park

Picturesque Madison Lake State Park’s wooded hills and wildflower meadows surround a 106-acre lake within the Darby Plains of Madison

trees on the edge of the river at Little Miami State Park in autumn.

Little Miami State Park

More than 50 miles of scenic trails for paddling, hiking, biking, horseback riding, rollerblading, and cross-country skiing lie just outside

Flock of geese on the water at Lake White State Park

Lake White State Park

Lake White State Park is a small day-use recreational area located near southwest Waverly, Ohio, only 65 miles south of

Cloudy day at Lake Milton State Park

Lake Milton State Park

Surrounded by the rustic beauty of northeast Ohio, Lake Milton State Park attracts day visitors with its lakeside activities, nature

Bridge at Lake Loramie State Park

Lake Loramie State Park

Oaks, maples, and hickory trees surround the 1,655 acre lake inside Lake Loramie State Park, located just 60 miles north

Welcome sign at Lake Logan State Park

Lake Logan State Park

Despite being just a 45 minute drive from Columbus, Lake Logan State Park feels like a completely different world away.

trees reflecting off the calm water at Lake Hope State Park

Lake Hope State Park

Exceptional scenery, a diverse range of wildlife, and a beautiful lake are just some of the reasons to visit Lake

boat on the edge of the water at Lake Alma State Park

Lake Alma State Park

Looking for a quiet spot to escape into nature? Then consider Lake Alma State Park. Situated just 20 minutes from

Aerial view of Kiser Lake State Park

Kiser Lake State Park

Nestled in the heart of west-central Ohio you’ll find the tranquil setting of Kiser Lake State Park. Flanked by over

Wild turkey walking through the woods at Jefferson Lake State Park

Jefferson Lake State Park

Flanked by the beauty of wooded hillsides, Jefferson Lake State Park is the perfect place to escape into nature. Situated

Looking northward over Jackson Lake from Tommy Been Road at Jackson Lake State Park

Jackson Lake State Park

If you are looking for an Ohio State Park that offers seclusion, privacy and a way to reconnect with nature

bench overlooking the jetty at Indian Lake State Park

Indian Lake State Park

Nestled on the shores of the lake in which it is named after, Indian Lake State Park is a fabulous

Welcome sign at Independence Dam State Park

Independence Dam State Park

Nestled on the picturesque banks of Ohio’s Maumee River in Defiance resides Independence Dam State Park. Spanning 591-acres, this Ohio

boat on the water at Hueston Woods State Park at sunset

Hueston Woods State Park

If you are looking for somewhere to relax in nature away from the frenetic pace of city life then Hueston

waterfall under a bridge at Hocking Hills State Park

Hocking Hills State Park

Thick woodlands, rock formations, recess caves, and picturesque waterfalls surround beautiful Hocking Hills State Park in Hocking County, Ohio. This

lighthouse behind the beach at Headlands Beach State Park

Headlands Beach State Park

Boasting the longest natural beach in the state, Headlands Beach State Park is a popular day use park. Located in

Overview of William H. Harsha Lake at East Fork State Park

East Fork State Park

Rolling hills, oak-hickory woodlands, wildflower prairies, and swampy forests of sycamore and elm surround East Fork State Park 30 miles

Kayak and canoe launch at Dillon State Park on a cloudy day

Dillon State Park

Dillon State Park, nestled within wooded hills and picturesque valleys along a quiet lakeside, is located only 58 miles east

Delaware State Park welcome sign

Delaware State Park

Delaware State Park lies amid thick woodlands, wetlands, and wildflower meadows only 30 miles north of Columbus. This serene 1,686

Harrison Lake State Park welcome sign

Harrison Lake State Park

Nestled amidst a stunning landscape of undulating hills and huge agricultural fields of soybean and corn stands, Harrison Lake State

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