Picnic Spots Near Me in Forest, oh
Van Buren State Park
12259 Township Road 218, Van Buren, OH
Van Buren State Park is quietly nestled in a small but valued remnant of woodland surrounded by beautiful corn, wheat and soybean fields in northwest Ohio. 251-acre Van Buren offers a calm,... Read More
Indian Lake State Park
12774 State Route 235 North, Lakeview, OH
5,800-acre Indian Lake offers a variety of water-related recreational opportunities. Boating, fishing, skiing and camping are highlights of this 800-acre multi-use... Read More
Delaware State Park
5202 US Route 23 North, Delaware, OH
Dense woodlands, expansive meadows and a shimmering 1,300-acre reservoir blend to create Delaware State Park. Once home to the Delaware Indians, this 1,686-acre recreational area offers... Read More
Mary Jane Thurston State Park
1466 State Route 65, McClure, OH
Situated along the historic Maumee River, 105-acre Mary Jane Thurston State Park offers a variety of day-use and overnight activities. The Maumee is not only scenic, but also provides some of... Read More
Kiser Lake State Park
4889 North State Route 235, Conover, OH
The quiet and relaxing atmosphere of Kiser Lake State Park makes it a favorite Ohio getaway. 531 acres of rolling wooded hills and diverse wetlands add to the beauty of this scenic 396-acre... Read More
Mt. Gilead State Park
4119 State Route 95, Mount Gilead, OH
Mt. Gilead State Park is a quiet, small 181-acre park centrally located in the state of Ohio. Picnicking, fishing and hiking can be enjoyed year-round at this beautiful... Read More
Alum Creek State Park
3615 South Old State Road, Delaware, OH
Alum Creek's 3,387-acre reservoir and 4,630-acres of gently rolling span of fields and woodlands provides a hub of recreational activity just minutes from Ohio's capital city. Quiet coves... Read More
Buck Creek State Park
1901 Buck Creek Lane, Springfield, OH
Buck Creek State Park lies in a fertile agricultural area, rich in Ohio’s history. The park’s recreational facilities center around the 2,120-acre lake, offering endless water-related... Read More
Independence Dam State Park
27722 State Route 424, Defiance, OH
525-acre Independence Dam State Park is situated along the banks of the beautiful Maumee River. The river is ideal for boating, fishing or a scenic canoe... Read More
Lake Loramie State Park
4401 Ft. Loramie Swanders Road, Minster, OH
One of the original canal feeder lakes, 407-acre Lake Loramie State Park offers visitors a quiet retreat in rural Ohio. Swim from the sandy beach, hike along the old canal towpath, stay a night... Read More
Maumee Bay State Park
1400 State Park Road, Oregon, OH
Maumee Bay State Park offers 1,336 acres of not only the finest of recreational facilities in the Midwest, but also a unique natural environment created by the convergence of the land and Lake... Read More
Madison Lake State Park
4860 E Park Drive, London, OH
Lying within the vast Darby Plains of Ohio, 76-acre Madison Lake State Park is small and peaceful. The 106-acre lake attracts anglers and offers excellent sailing, rowing and canoeing... Read More
Grand Lake St. Marys State Park
834 Edgewater Drive, Saint Marys, OH
Originally constructed as a feeder reservoir for the Miami-Erie Canal, Grand Lake St. Marys was for many years recognized as the largest man-made reservoir in the world. The 13,500-acre lake is... Read More
Hueston Woods State Park
6301 Park Office Road, College Corner, OH
History
Millions of years ago, a shallow sea covered Ohio, depositing fossil-rich limestone and dolomite bedrock. Fertile soils, left behind by glaciers thousands of... Read More
John Bryan State Park
3790 State Route 370, Yellow Springs, OH
John Bryan is the most scenic state park in western Ohio. The 752-acre park contains a remarkable limestone gorge cut by the Little Miami River which is designated as a state and national... Read More
East Harbor State Park
1169 North Buck Road, Lakeside Marblehead, OH
Located on the shores of Lake Erie, 1,831-acre East Harbor State Park has unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation. Boating, fishing, swimming, picnicking and camping are popular while... Read More
Catawba Island State Park
4049 East Moores Dock Road, Port Clinton, OH
This small 10-acre park on the west side of Catawba Island offers access to Lake Erie.
History:
Prior to the War of 1812, the Lake Erie Island region had been... Read More
Deer Creek State Park
20635 State Park Road 20, Mount Sterling, OH
Located in the heart of Ohio's agricultural country, Deer Creek State Park is central Ohio's vacation showplace. A collage of meadows and woodlands surround the scenic reservoir. This... Read More
Three Creeks
860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH
Three Creeks is named for the confluence where Alum, Big Walnut and Blacklick creeks join. Owls, great blue herons and more than 100 species of birds have been sighted. Visitors may catch a... Read More
South Bass Island State Park
1523 Catawba Avenue, Put in Bay, OH
Perched atop the white cliffs of South Bass Island, this unique 33-acre park is a scenic landmark when viewed from the water, and in turn affords visitors great views and access to Lake Erie.... Read More
