Ohio has dozens of amazing state parks to choose from, and whether you like camping, hiking, biking, swimming, boating or watching wildlife, there's definitely something for even the most novice of explorers. Pick one park out and make the drive from Cleveland before summer ends. — or try to hit them all.
30 Ohio State Parks You Should Visit Before Summer is Over
By Scene Staff on Sat, Aug 3, 2019 at 9:30 am
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West Branch State Park
5570 Esworthy Road, Ravenna, 330-296-3239West Branch State Park is known for its 2,650-acre lake, which makes a great site for swimming, boating and fishing. The park is also home to bog land and lots of wildlife.
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Salt Fork State Park
14755 Cadiz Road, Lore City, 740-439-3521Salt Fork State Park is frequently known as the location of many Bigfoot sightings, so it’s the perfect place to do some searching. There’s also park programming centered around the mysterious Sasquatch.
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Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park
State Route 282, Nelson Township, 330-654-4989Known for its cliffs, this park is a great destination for hiking and picnicking.
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Alum Creek State Park
3305 S. Old State Road, Delaware, 740-548-4631If you’re looking for a little piece of paradise to soak up some rays, this park could be your next destination. Check out the beach and the boating opportunities.
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Hocking Hills State Park
19852 State Route 664 S, Logan, 740-385-6842Hocking Hills is famous for its gorgeous hiking trails and large variety of engaging activities.
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John Bryan State Park
3790 State Route 370, Yellow Springs, 937-767-1274This park offers opportunities for hiking, rock climbing and mountain biking, but it’s known best for its limestone gorge, a national natural landmark.
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Lake Loramie State Park
4401 Ft. Loramie Swanders Road, Minster, 937-295-2011Known as a laid-back camping destination, Lake Loramie State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities. It’s also pet friendly!
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Findley State Park
25381 State Route 58, Wellington, 440-647-4490Findley State Park was once a state forest, so it’s filled with wooded areas and extensive hiking trails. There’s even a connection to the Buckeye Trail from within the park.
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Lake Hope State Park
27331 State Route 278, McArthur, 740-596-4938Lake Hope State Park rests in the Zaleski State Forest, and its interesting geography attracts many photographers to the park.
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East Harbor State Park
1169 N. Buck Road, Lakeside-Marblehead, 419-734-4424Located on a Lake Erie shore, East Harbor State Park provides visitors with ample opportunities to see wildlife, such as waterfowl, shorebirds and wetland dwellers.
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