Madison Lake State Park

Madison Lake State Park spans 182 acres, featuring a 106-acre lake surrounded by 76 acres of natural landscape in the Darby Plains region.

The Madison Lake Dam construction in 1947 created the lake, and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources established the state park in 1950.

The land connects to the history of Ohio's Prairie Peninsula, which formed 4,000 years ago when dry conditions allowed prairies to expand eastward.

The park includes a 300-foot sand beach, boat ramp, changing facilities, restrooms, picnic areas, and a mile-long trail along the southern shore.

The northern section of Madison Lake permits hunting of migratory birds while supporting populations of bass, bluegill, crappie, and channel catfish.

Location: Madison County

Website: https://ohiodnr.gov/wps/portal/gov/odnr/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/madison-lake-state-park

GPS coordinates: 39.86917,-83.37389

Latest update: March 18, 2025 15:03