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Charles Mill Lake Park and Campgrounds
Located near Mansfield, Charles Mill is a quiet place to relax and enjoy nature. * Over 500 campsites (class A with and without electric) in two campground locations * Swimming beach * Patio cabins, camper cabins * Picnic shelter * Hiking trails *
, OH CampingAlum Creek Lake Boating
Alum Creek Lake offers unlimited horsepower and various water related activities such as; fishing, sailing, water skiing, pleasure boating and boater swim/camp areas. There are five boat launch ramps;
, OH BoatingAlum Creek Lake Fishing
The saw-toothed lake shoreline provides excellent fishing. With 3,387 acres of fishing water and 46
, OH FishingAlum Creek Lake Riding Trails
The Alum Creek State Park offers a bridle trail of 50 miles. The majority of the trail is north of U.S. Route 36/State Route 37 and is recommended for experienced riders. Horse rental is not available. Parking for trailers;
, OH EquestrianAlum Creek Lake Campgrounds
The campground, on the west side of the lake, was constructed by the Army Corps of Engineers and is operated by the State Park. There are 297 sites, all with electrical hook-up (50-amp)
, OH CampingWahkeena Nature Preserve
Wahkeena, named with an Indian word meaning most beautiful, is located on the edge of the Hocking Hills. This 150
Sugar Grove, OH Nature PreservesBuckeye Lake Swimming
3 public swimming areas with parking facilities and latrines Fairfield Beach on the south side of the lake Brooks Park on the south side of the lake Crystal Beach on the north side of the lake Beaches are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day 2 boat/swim/camp areas are also available
, OH SwimmingLicking County Parks Biking
There are more than 1600 acres in the Licking County Parks System. There are 24 miles of bike paths to discover and enjoy.
, OH BikingCharles Mill Lake Boating
Charles Mill Lake has 1,350 acres of water surface for boating activities with a 10
, OH Boating