Forked Run State Park
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Forked Run State Park is an almost 800-acre state park located in Southeast Ohio. This Ohio State Park is full of beautiful landscapes, wildlife, and history.
About Forked Run State Park
Located in southeast Ohio, Forked Run State Park covers an area of more than 791 acres. It is full of history, beautiful landscapes, and lots of wildlife.
In the mid-1800s, a lot of the forested area was cut to fuel iron furnaces. Most of the cut trees have regrown. The forest is full of large oak, hickory, maple, and other trees. Forked Run State Park is known for the amazing wildflowers that beautify the area. You can find wildflowers continually blooming, except in the winter.
This park is the habitat of multiple wildlife species such as gray foxes, raccoons, opossums, white-tailed deer, gray squirrels, and wild turkey. If you love songbirds, you are in luck, this is a birdwatcher’s paradise! Make sure you remember to bring the binoculars when you visit!
Cindy’s Insider Ohio Tips
Forked Run State Park has wonderful hiking trails, and in the spring the wildflowers and wildlife are abundant! I think the beach is beautiful on a sunny day, a great way to relax after or during a hike.
Camping
At the campground, there are 79 electric sites, 64 non-electric sites, showers, latrines, a dump station, and playgrounds. If you want to camp, you can make reservations up to 6 months in advance by calling: 866-644-6727.
Boating
There are two launch ramps to access the lake. There is currently no horsepower limit but boats over 10 HP must operate at a no-wake speed. The boat ramp at the dam has boat tie-ups and is wheelchair accessible. There is a bathroom at the beach parking lot. Seasonally, kayaks and canoes are available to rent from the Camp Office.
If you enjoy fishing, there are largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Ohio fishing regulations apply and a valid Ohio fishing license is required for anglers 16 years of age and older.
Hiking
If you enjoy hiking you can find three hiking trails at this park. They range from easy to moderate.
- Honeysuckle Trail – 0.6 Mile – Easy
- Lakeview Trail – 2.2 Miles – Moderate
- Riverview Trail – 0.75 Mile – Moderate
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Activities and Facilities
- Boating
- Kayak and Canoe Rental
- Camping
- Disc Golf – 24 holes
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Picnic Area
- Reservable Shelterhouses
- Swimming and 400ft Beach
- Trails
Where is Forked Run State Park Located?
- Address: 63300 State Route 124 Reedsville, Ohio 45772
- Phone: 740-767-3570 | Website
Location Map for Forked Run State Park
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