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New Shawnee Marina to Float Boats of Parkgoers
By: Alexis Larsen | Dayton Daily News
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More than 25 percent of Ohio’s 74 state parks are in the southwestern part of the state. Visitors to the area will see many updates during the next two years… Read More

Lake Erie’s Shores, Islands Overflowing with Activities
By: Natalie Trusso-Cafarello | Toldeo Blade
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Ample natural gems await visitors to this part of the state. In addition to the state parks’ varied recreational activities, many parks highlight Ohio’s rich history and unique natural habitats…. Read More

Buckeye Among the Lakes, Parks Beckoning Visitors
By: Steve Stephens | Columbus Dispatch
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There is good news and bad news at Ohio’s oldest state park. The good news at Buckeye Lake in Fairfield, Licking and Perry counties is that the 183-year-old dam, in… Read More

Outdoor Pursuits Provide Break from Urban Living
By: Susan Glaser | Cleveland Plain Dealer
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Though the most densely developed region of the state, the northeast boasts plenty of places for outdoor play — including the state’s only national park and a collection of outstanding… Read More

Southeast Ohio Parks Offer Variety, Outdoor Thrills
By: Tom Hodson
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Extensive variety and ready availability mark the offerings of state parks within Southeast Ohio. They offer a range of outdoor thrills and the bounty of nature along with the fun… Read More