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 location

The Muskingum River is formed by the confluence of the Walhonding and Tuscarawas rivers in Coshocton, Ohio. From there, it flows south through Zanesville where it is joined by the Licking River until it eventually drains into the Ohio River at Marietta. This mighty river travels 112 miles in all, traversing the scenic hill country.

The spectacular rock formations at Nelson-Kennedy Ledges have become trademarks of the park. These rock formations are among the few outcrops in northern Ohio still exposed to view. Most of the outcrops elsewhere have been covered with soil and rock left by receding glaciers.

Several parks comprise the Lake Erie Island group • The islands were formed during the glacial period when massive ice sheets entered Ohio. Glaciers gouged and scoured the bedrock; their tremendous weight left deep depressions which filled with meltwater, forming the Great Lakes

Located amid the breathtaking scenery of the Paint Creek Valley, 5,652-acre Paint Creek State Park features a large lake with fine fishing, boating and swimming opportunities. A modern campground and meandering trails invite outdoor enthusiasts to explore and enjoy the rolling hills and streams of this scenic area.

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 charm.

411-acre Portage Lakes State Park offer visitors a variety of outdoor recreational experiences • Boating, swimming and fishing are popular on the several surrounding lakes • The wetlands of the park attract waterfowl and shorebirds providing visitors enjoyment whether hunting or observing wildlife

741-acre Punderson State Park with its 150-acre natural lake, resort manor house, family cottages, golf course and scenic campground, provides many recreational opportunities for visitors • Punderson is also Ohio's premier winter sports park • Sledding, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are all at their best

In a setting that highlights the mystery of an old swamp forest and the excitement of a water recreation area, Pymatuning State Park invites outdoor lovers of all ages to enjoy a relaxing lakeside vacation experience.

Quail Hollow is a 701-acre landscape of rolling meadows, marshes, pine and deciduous woods surrounding a 40-room manor • Scenic woodland trails, gardens and the house offer a variety of natural and cultural experiences for visitors

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 walleye for skilled fishermen • A scenic gorge, dolomite caves and natural wetlands add to the popularity of this recreation area

The landscape of rural Guernsey County appears as a patchwork of forested hills, open meadows and misty valleys threaded by numerous streams • At the heart of this region is Salt Fork State Park, encompassing the woodlands and fields flanking Salt Fork Reservoir • As Ohio's largest state park, Salt Fork boasts 17,229-acres of recreational facilities to suit nearly every taste

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

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.

Several parks comprise the Lake Erie Island group • The islands were formed during the glacial period when massive ice sheets entered Ohio. Glaciers gouged and scoured the bedrock; their tremendous weight left deep depressions which filled with meltwater, forming the Great Lakes

Tucked away in the rolling highlands of southwest Ohio, 1,058-acre Stonelick State Park offer a quiet retreat for visitors • The still waters of the lake and stately woodlands provide the setting for a host of outdoor recreational pursuits

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 southeastern Ohio

The meadows, woodlots and still waters of 2,384-acre Sycamore State Park offer an oasis of natural features in the midst of expansive farmland • Sycamore provides the perfect setting for picnicking, hiking, fishing and horseback riding

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 settlers, hence the name Tar Hollow • Dogwoods, redbuds and a variety of wildflowers color the hillsides in the springtime • Fall's pageant of color is spectacular

The 355 acres of swamps and marshlands of Tinker's Creek State Park harbor a variety of natural wonders. Herons, ducks, geese and beaver can be found in the spring-fed waters, while cattail, buttonbush and swamp white oak line the shores of this beautiful park.

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, peaceful retreat with camping, fishing, hiking and picnicking opportunities that can be enjoyed year round

West Branch State Park's large 2,650-acre lake with its many forks and coves is extremely popular with fishermen, boaters and swimmers • The park's 5,379-acres of meadows and woodlots provide an excellent backdrop for camping, hiking and horseback riding

The rugged hills of southeastern Ohio provide the setting for Wolf Run State Park • 1,046 acres of scenic woodlands and cool, clean waters of the park offer visitors a quiet retreat in this remote area of the state