Alum Creek State Park
Alum Creek Reservoir - A 3,300-acre U.S. Corp of Engineers managed Lake. The northern section is restricted to paddling, the southern section is great for all kinds of boats and water skiing. Fishing is popular from boats and from the shore.
Swimming Beach - a 3000 ft beach along the shore of the Lake. There is a changing area, bathrooms, and a concession stand.
Campground - 286 campsites at the main campground. Each site has electricity, water, and there is Wi-Fi available. There are hot showers and bathrooms. Wooded and open sites, some have views of the lake. There is also a beach and a boat launch for folks that are staying at the campground. There is also a primitive campground located off of Howard Road. Campground Map
Cabins - There are 8 cabins for rent within the park.
Hiking / Mountain Biking / Horseback riding - 40 miles of trails. Nine and a half for hiking, thirty eight miles for horse backing riding, and two different bicycle trails that total fourteen and a half miles.
Picnicking - There are many individual tables throughout the park. Tables have grilles and there are also centrally located restrooms in a number of locations. There are two group picnic areas, managed by the U.S. Corp of Engineers (614-548-6151), near the dam.
Dog Park - A 4 acre dog friendly area along the shore of the lake.
You can also visit the Olentangy Indian Caverns, go boating and fishing, and
Please visit the state of Ohio Alum Creek State Park website for information about the park.
Location:
3615 S. Old State Road
Delaware, OH 43015
740-548-4631
Camping and Cabin Reservations - 866-644-6727
2008 Special Events
Grossfest
At amphitheater 1pm on Saturday, August 16th
Ew, gross, disgusting! That’s what you’ll hear at Grossfest where you’ll investigate bugs, fish, feces, trash and other gross things.
Fall Festival
At the campgrounds October 3rd-4th
Enjoy fall games, crafts, trick or treating, pumpkin decorating, and more! Don’t forget to decorate your site or make a scary trail for a prize!
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