Shawnee State Park

Shawnee State Park is a large protected area in the Appalachian region with forests, a sizeable lake, and numerous hiking trails. The landscape features rolling wooded terrain with established paths and access to water recreation throughout the grounds.

The park was established in the early 1920s from lands that historically served the Shawnee people. This origin reflects how the area came to be preserved as public recreational space from territory once important to local Native populations.

The area integrates educational programs focused on natural resources, with guided nature walks and evening sessions conducted by environmental specialists throughout the year.

The park offers camping options with amenities like hot showers and modern facilities for comfortable stays. Visitors should bring sturdy footwear for hiking and can explore the grounds in most weather conditions.

The park sits in an area known for its distinctive ridge pattern, and on clear days visitors can enjoy far-reaching views across the valleys. These vistas reveal the characteristic blue haze of distant ridges stretching toward the Ohio River.

Location: Scioto County

Inception: 1922

Website: http://parks.ohiodnr.gov/shawnee

GPS coordinates: 38.73470,-83.19830

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:08