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State Parks: Scioto Trail

144 Lake Road
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 663-2125
1-866-644-6727
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Camping

  • 55 camping sites
  • 40 equipped with electricity
  • 18 non-electric sites at Steward Lake

Boating

  • 2 small lakes offer boating with electric motors only
  • Canoeing is excellent on these quiet waters
  • A launch ramp is provided at Caldwell Lake

Swimming

  • A small, unguarded wading beach near the campground is open during daylight hours

Fishing and Hunting

  • Bluegill, bass, catfish, and trout provide good catches for anglers
  • Hunting is excellent for deer, squirrel, grouse and turkey in the adjacent state forest
  • A valid Ohio fishing and/or hunting license is required

Trails

  • 12 miles of hiking trails
  • 17 miles of bridle trails

Picnicking

  • Several scenic areas offer excellent picnicking opportunities
  • Tables and grills are provided
  • A picnic shelter with electrical outlets is located at the Stewart Lake picnic area
  • A picturesque gazebo is located on the island in Caldwall Lake
  • The gazebo and picnic shelter may be reserved for a fee
  • A shelterhouse in the state forest available on a first-come, first-served basis

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