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Ohio has a variety of fun and scenic parks, from the shores of Lake Erie to the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio. Learn more about Ohio's park system.
Northern Ohio State Parks
Ohio has 74 state parks and some of the best of them are locate right here in the Northern part of the state. Enjoy the wonders of Lake Erie, a number of inland lakes and rivers, and the rolling hills of the eastern part of Ohio. There's something to do year-round.
Maumee Bay State Park
Located just east of Toledo Ohio, Maumee Bay State Park sits on 1850 acres at the edge of Lake Erie. The park offers year-round activities, camping, golf, and a luxurious lodge and conference center.
Punderson State Park
Punderson State Park, located east of Cleveland in Geauga County, offers visitors year round sports, lodging, and scenic beauty. Among the many activitis at Punderson are camping, fishing, cross-country skiing, boating, and swimming.
Malabar Farm State Park
Malabar Farm, located just outside of Mansfield Ohio, was built by Pulitzer Prize winning author Louis Bromfield. A best-selling writer in the 1930s, 40s, and 50s, Bromfield was also a pioneer in sustainable farming. He created one of the country's first truly organic farms at Malabar.
Ohio's Best State Parks
Ohio has a wealth of scenic and fascinating parks. Read more about them from the About Guide to US Parks.
Salt Fork State Park
Salt Fork State Park, located south of Cleveland near the intersection of I-77 and I-70, has 20,000 acres, two marinas, historic Kennedy Stone House, the Salt Fork Lodge, and the largest State Park lake in Ohio.

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