Malabar Farm State Park
Take a step back in time and discover the rugged beauty of Malabar Farm located in Richland County just 70 miles north of Columbus. This working farm…
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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 County. This serene day park is only 25 miles east of Springfield and 30 miles west of Columbus. Guests to this Ohio state park are welcomed with opportunities to boat, swim, hike, fish, picnic, and…
Little Miami State Park
Little Miami State Park — A 50-mile paved rail-trail corridor winding along the beautiful Little Miami National Scenic River.
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 Columbus. Nestled within the…
Lake Milton State Park
Surrounded by the rustic beauty of northeast Ohio, Lake Milton State Park attracts day visitors with its lakeside activities, nature trails, and picnic areas. This picturesque public recreational area is located in Mahoning County only 34 miles east of Akron. During the early 1900s Lake Milton was a popular hubspot with a small amusement park,…
Lake Loramie State Park
🏆 Lake Loramie State Park — A historic canal-era reservoir in Shelby County, Ohio — originally built 1844–1845 as a feeder for the Miami-Erie Canal — featuring a 600-ft sandy swimming beach, 8+ miles of hiking trails (Blackberry Island, Lakeview, Miami-Erie Trail/Buckeye Trail), a large campground with full-hookup + electric + non-electric sites + ADA…
Lake Catherine State Park
Arkansas Lakefront Paradise Near Hot Springs — Featuring 20 fully equipped cabins
(many lakefront with private fishing piers), a…
Lake Logan State Park
Welcome sign at Lake Logan State Park. Photo: Sixflashphoto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Despite being just a 45 minute drive from Columbus,…
Lake Hope State Park
Exceptional scenery, a diverse range of wildlife, and a beautiful lake are just some of the reasons to visit Lake Hope State Park.
Situated within…
Lake Alma State Park
Looking for a quiet spot to escape into nature? Then consider Lake Alma State Park.
Situated just 20 minutes from Jackson and 90 minutes from…
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 500 stunning acres of enchanting forest and wetlands, the park has a distinctly fairytale feel to it. You half expect to see Little Red Riding Hood heading off into them to visit her grandma! Centered…
Jefferson Lake State Park
Flanked by the beauty of wooded hillsides, Jefferson Lake State Park is the perfect place to escape into nature.
Situated just an hour from…
Jackson Lake State Park
Looking northward over Jackson Lake from Tommy Been Road at jackson lake state park. Photo: Nyttend, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
If you are…
Indian Lake State Park
Nestled on the shores of the lake in which it is named after, Indian Lake State Park is a fabulous place to get your fix of nature. Located just over an hour’s drive from Dayton and Columbus, it comprises more than 5,100 acres of stunning oak woodlands, pristine sandy beaches, lush rolling fields and verdant…
Independence Dam State Park
🏆 Independence Dam State Park — 591 acres along the Maumee River in Defiance County, Ohio — featuring a 3-mile canal towpath trail following the historic Miami and Erie Canal (1825–1845), the Buckeye Trail / North Country National Scenic Trail, a 4-lane boat ramp on the Maumee River, fishing for northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye,…
Hueston Woods State Park
If you are looking for somewhere to relax in nature away from the frenetic pace of city life then Hueston Woods State Park is an excellent place to…
Hocking Hills State Park
🏆 Hocking Hills State Park — Ohio’s most spectacular natural attraction in the southeastern hills — a gateway to the
Headlands Beach State Park
Boasting the longest natural beach in the state, Headlands Beach State Park is a popular day use park.
Located in the northeast part of Ohio, just a…
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 east of Cincinnati. This 4,870 acre public recreation area lies along Harsha Lake in Clermont County not far from the Kentucky border. This scenic Ohio state park features a large campground, picnic areas, and access…
Dillon State Park
Dillon State Park, nestled within wooded hills and picturesque valleys along a quiet lakeside, is located only 58 miles east of Columbus. This large scenic area in east central Ohio provides visitors with opportunities for camping, hiking, swimming, boating, fishing, mountain biking, stargazing, picnicking, horseback riding, birdwatching, and sledding. Activities Visit Dillon State Park, for…
Delaware State Park
Delaware State Park lies amid thick woodlands, wetlands, and wildflower meadows only 30 miles north of Columbus. This serene 1,686 acre public recreation area near the city of Delaware centers around a pristine 1,300 acre lake and features a Marina, hiking trails, a large family campground, and picturesque picnic areas. Guests enjoy swimming, boating, fishing,…
Harrison Lake State Park
Nestled amidst a stunning landscape of undulating hills and huge agricultural fields of soybean and corn stands, Harrison Lake State Park is a very pleasant destination to visit. Characterized by its dense woodland setting, the 142-acre park is a popular day trip destination for people who live in Toledo, which is less than an hour…
Guilford Lake State Park
Spanning just 98 acres, what Guilford Lake State Park may lack in size it more than makes up for in its spectacular natural beauty. Nestled within the northeast region of Ohio along Little Beaver Creek’s west fork, the bosky park is a haven for those who enjoy lakeside fishing and camping. Most likely set on…
Great Seal State Park
Featuring a spectacular terrain of rolling hills and lush, craggy terrain, Great Seal State Park can easily lay claim to being one of the most beautiful state parks in Ohio. Situated less than an hour’s drive from Columbus the park is named after the official seal of Ohio State. This is because it portrays many…
Grand Lake St Marys State Park
Considering how majestic the views of the sunrises and sunsets are at Grand Lake St Marys State Park it is surprising that it still remains somewhat of a hidden gem. Set around the shimmering waters of the picturesque 13,500-acre Grand Lake, this Ohio state park is a haven for those who enjoy boating, fishing, water…
Geneva State Park
The area around Lake Erie in Ohio is renowned for housing some of the best wineries in America. While this is a huge draw, the various state parks that…
Forked Run State Park
The beach at Forked run state park. Photo: Friends of Forked Run State Park Facebook page.
Nestled within the bosky hill country that defines much of…
Findley State Park
If you love immersing yourself in the great outdoors, then Findley State Park is somewhere you should make a point of visiting. Flanked by a stunning backdrop of state hardwoods and verdant grand pines, the park features impressive sandstone quarries, gorgeous wildflowers and a diverse wildlife that perfectly convey its stunning natural beauty. Situated in…
East Harbor State Park
Standing roughly halfway between Toledo and Cleveland, East Harbor State Park is one of the most popular of all state parks in Ohio.
Featuring the…
Deer Creek State Park
Nestled within the heart of Ohio’s great till plains, just 30 minutes southwest of Columbus, resides the beautiful Deer Creek State Park.
Renowned…
Caesar Creek State Park
Caesar Creek State Park lies nestled along large Caesar Creek Lake surrounded by oak-hickory woodlands, wildflower meadows, and deep ravines just 44…
Burr Oak State Park
Peaceful Burr Oak State Park lies nestled among an oak/hickory forest deep within the foothills of the majestic Appalachians only 80 miles east of…
Buckeye Lake State Park
People looking out over the water at Buckeye Lake State Park. Photo: Dan Keck from Ohio, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ohio’s oldest state park, Buckeye…
Buck Creek State Park
Serene Buck Creek State Park lies along CJ Brown Reservoir surrounded by rolling hills, meadows, and woodlands. This 4,016 acre park is located near Springfield, Ohio and many shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, museums, parks and trails. Multi-use trails, cabins, a family campground, accessible fishing pier, Marina, and more await guests inside this spacious Ohio state…
Beaver Creek State Park
Beaver Creek State Park lies along the scenic Beaver Creek surrounded by 2,722 acres of forested wilderness just 93 miles east of Cleveland. This picturesque Ohio state park provides guests with access to the National Wild and Scenic River. Visitors enjoy paddling, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, fishing, picnicking, birdwatching, and touring the historic grist…
Barkcamp State Park
Take a step back in time with a visit to Barkcamp State Park. This picturesque Ohio state park, located in Belmont County and just 78 miles west of Pittsburgh, PA, is one of the last undeveloped areas that really showcases the rustic Ohio landscape. Lush forest, sandstone hills and wildflower meadows surround Belmont Lake offering…
Alum Creek State Park
Alum Creek State Park, located only 22 miles north of Columbus, is a favorite vacation destination for those looking for lakeside activities and other outdoor adventures. This picturesque Ohio state park lies along the large Alum Creek Reservoir surrounded by acres of beech-maple forest, deep ravines and beautiful seasonal wildflowers. Guests enjoy paddling, jet skiing,…
Adams Lake State Park
Trail at Adams Lake State Park. Photo: Mason Brock (Masebrock), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Picturesque Adams Lake State Park lies within…
A.W. Marion State Park
A hidden gem located just 30 miles south of Columbus, A. W. Marion State Park offers 310 acres of peaceful Ohio woodlands centered around the serene…
Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park
If you love nothing more than to immerse yourself in nature for a while then you should make a point of heading to Yellow River Marsh Preserve State…
Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park
Park sign and picnic table at Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Featured on the U.S. National…
Ybor City Museum State Park
Take a step back in time and discover Ybor City, a once flourishing Latin community that existed in Tampa during the early 20th century. Today visitors…
Wingate Creek State Park
Multi-use trails spread across Wingate Creek State Park’s 614 acres of undeveloped scrub, flatwoods, and wetlands attracting nature lovers and bird…
Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park
Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park: Florida’s Ancient Ocean Floor
Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park
Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park attracts divers from all over with the allure of exploring one of the largest underwater cave systems in the US….
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
Four miles of beautiful Gulf coastline, expansive salt marshes, tidal creeks and lush mangroves may be found close to Port Richey, 40 miles north of Tampa. This beautiful area, inside Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park, offers visitors a chance to fish, bird watch, picnic, hike and paddle out into the Gulf of Mexico. There are…
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park
Where Formal Gardens Meet Coquina Rock Beach — Explore cultivated gardens with
a 300-year-old oak, then walk to the Atlantic’s…
Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park
An expansive and undeveloped salt marsh stretches across Florida’s Gulf Coast offering visitors a glimpse back in time. Pristine tidal creeks and lush hammock of live oaks, cabbage palm and red cedar trees greet visitors as they arrive by boat. Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park is accessible only by boat between Cedar Key and Yankeetown,…
Torreya State Park
Torreya State Park, home of the rare Torreya tree, is located in Liberty County, Florida, just 50 miles west of Tallahassee. This beautiful 13,735 acre…
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Nestled along the Gulf Coast in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, also known as State Park Topsail Hill, spans an impressive…