Picnic Spots Near Me in Ironton, oh
Jackson Lake State Park
35 Tommy Been Road, Oak Hill, OH
Although relatively small, 106-acre Jackson Lake State Park boasts acres of some of the most scenic country in Ohio. The park's serene lake is a focal point for excellent fishing and provides... Read More
Shawnee State Park
4404 State Route 125, Portsmouth, OH
Located in the Appalachian foothills near the banks of the Ohio River, 1,095-acre Shawnee State Park is nestled in the 63,000-acre Shawnee State Forest.
Once the hunting grounds of the... Read More
Lake Alma State Park
422 Lake Alma Road, Wellston, OH
In the midst of some of Ohio's most rugged, scenic territory lies 292-acre Lake Alma State Park. A quiet 60-acre lake and a gentle creek meandering through a wooded valley provide a restful... Read More
Scioto Trail State Park
144 Lake Road, Chillicothe, OH
A small, quiet park nestled in beautiful 9,000-acre Scioto Trail State Forest, this 218-acre state park is an undisturbed wooded refuge just south of Chillicothe.
The ridgetops and... Read More
Tar Hollow State Park
16396 Tar Hollow Road, Laurelville, OH
Twisting park and forest roads pass through 604 acres of deep ravines and dense woodlands. Scattered shortleaf and pitch pines growing on the ridges were once a source of pine tar for early... Read More
Pike Lake State Park
1847 Pike Lake Road, Bainbridge, OH
587-acre Pike Lake State Park is located in the midst of the scenic wooded hills of southern Ohio. The small 13-acre lake and surrounding state forest contribute to the park's rustic... Read More
Lake Hope State Park
27331 State Route 278, McArthur, OH
A natural paradise, 2,983-acre Lake Hope State Park lies entirely within the 26,824-acre Zaleski State Forest in the valley of Big Sandy Run. It is a rugged, heavily forested region traversed... Read More
Adams Lake State Park
14633 State Route 41, West Union, OH
Located in Ohio's Bluegrass region, one of the state's most scenic and biologically interesting areas, Adams Lake State Park has much to offer the nature enthusiast. Remnant prairies and a... Read More
Great Seal State Park
4908 Marietta Road, Chillicothe, OH
Great Seal State Park is dedicated to the wilderness spirit of Ohio. The history of the Shawnee nation and Ohio's early statehood is centered in these rugged hills. Challenging trails through... Read More
Strouds Run State Park
11661 State Park Road, Athens, OH
2,606 acres of uninterrupted hardwood forest sprawl over the many hills and coves of Strouds Run State Park. The rugged terrain and scenic lake provide visitors a unique wilderness escape in... Read More
Forked Run State Park
63300 State Route 124, Reedsville, OH
Forested hills, a picturesque lake and the lazy Ohio River characterize 791-acre Forked Run State Park. Located in the heart of Appalachia, colorful history, riverboats, scenic vistas and... Read More
Rocky Fork State Park
9800 North Shore Drive, Hillsboro, OH
Rocky Fork State Park is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Unlimited horsepower boating allows for excellent skiing on the 2,080-acre lake which also provides catches of bass, muskellunge and... Read More
Burr Oak State Park
10220 Burr Oak Lodge Road, Glouster, OH
History:
Situated in the valley of Sunday Creek, the Burr Oak area was inhabited by Indians and, later, by settlers who found an abundance of game animals and the... 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
Muskingum River State Park
543 E Riverside Drive, McConnelsville, OH
This area has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places and is recognized as the Muskingum River Navigation Historic District. In its day, the system of locks and dams that... Read More
Buckeye Lake State Park
2905 Liebs Island Road, Millersport, OH
Buckeye Lake, constructed as a canal feeder lake in 1826, is Ohio's oldest state park. The park has long been a popular vacation spot and today offers endless water-related recreational... Read More
Cowan Lake State Park
1750 Osborn Road, Wilmington, OH
Cowan Lake State Park offers a peaceful setting replete with scenic inlets laden with the American Lotus water lily. Swimming, fishing, sailing and canoeing are popular on the lake. Meandering... Read More
