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State Parks: Delaware

5202 U.S. 23 North
Delaware, OH 43015
Park Office (740) 369-2761
Campground Office (740) 363-4561
Marina (740) 363-6102
Camping/Getaway
Rental Reservations 1-866-644-6727 Get Directions

Dense woodlands, expansive meadows and a shimmering reservoir blend to create Delaware State Park. Once home to the Delaware Indians, this recreational area offers camping, swimming, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing for outdoor enthusiasts.

Camping:

• 211 sites, most with electricity
• Features flush toilets, showers, laundry facilities and a dump station
• Group camp is available for organized youth groups on a reservation basis
• Pets permitted at designated sites
• Three Rent-A-Camp units, consisting of a tent, sheltered picnic table and other equipment, may be reserved during the season.

Boating:

• Unlimited horsepower permitted
• 2 boat-launching ramps
• Boat and 275 dock rentals are offered seasonally
• Fully equipped marina offers fuel, fishing and boating supplies

Fishing & hunting:

• Fish species include crappie, muskie and largemouth and smallmouth bass
• The Division of Wildlife stocks fishing ponds in the wildlife area adjacent to the park
• Waterfowl hunting
• Duck blinds are issued by a lottery drawing
• Hunting for other game permitted in the wildlife area
• Valid Ohio hunting and/or fishing license required
• Maps indicating hunting areas are available at the park office

Trails:

• 7.5 miles of trails

Swimming:

• 800 feet of beach
• Facilities include bathhouse, showers and a snack bar
• Two boat/swim areas are designated on the lake

Picnic areas:

• Many picnic tables available
• Shelter house available for rental (call park office for details)