Salt Fork State Park

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Written By Mrs. Squashcarver

Salt Fork State Park swimming beach Cambridge, OH

Located in the Salt Fork State Park Cambridge, Ohio. It is the largest state park in Ohio. It has 17,229 acres of land and a 2,952 acre lake. The park is FREE and open to the public during daylight hours. 


click here for Map of Salt Fork State Park with dog park and swimming beach marked

Overnight accommodations in the park include:

  • Salt Fork State Park Lodge and cabins (Full-service resort lodge) Click to find out more

  • Large campground with full RV hookups, primitive camping available.

  • Equestrian Campground and trails

Activities at Salt Fork State Park 

  • Hiking trails

  • Historic Kennedy Stone House

  • 18 hole Golf course

  • Two Marinas with docks and boat rental

  • Eight boat launch ramps

  • Boating: Unlimited horsepower (HP) on boats. There is no restriction to the size of motor allowed

  • Fishing (Ohio fishing license need for ages 16 and up) Buy Ohio Fishing License at ODNR

  • Beach on the lake, no lifeguard (Free to the public and free parking too!)

  • Miniature Golf next to swimming beach

  • Dog park: A great place to let your dog enjoy the lake too! It has a fenced grassy area open to the lake. Dogs are allowed to run free and swim in the lake. Walking distance from beach. See marked Salt Fork map for location.

Salt Fork State Park Dog Park Cambridge, OH

Here is a list of what I recommend for the pool and beach:
Swim suits
Flip-flops
Beach towels
Life jackets (if needed)
Sunblock
Sunglasses
Hat
Snacks
Water

Mrs. Squashcarver
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