Paint Creek State Park, State park and recreation area in Highland County, US.
Paint Creek State Park encompasses 5,652 acres of land with a 1,148-acre reservoir created by damming Paint Creek in southern Ohio.
The establishment of the park in 1972 followed the construction of the dam, which began in 1967 to create a significant recreational water resource.
The land holds significance for Native American history, with various prehistoric cultures constructing earthworks and the Shawnee Indians inhabiting the Paint Valley region.
The park maintains multiple facilities including a marina, beach, campground, and extensive network of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails.
The limestone bluffs below the dam contain rare Ohio specimens of Coolwort wildflowers and Smooth Cliffbrake ferns in their natural habitat.
Location: Highland County
Inception: 1972
GPS coordinates: 39.26000,-83.39000
Latest update: March 8, 2025 15:13
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