Stonelick State Park

Stonelick State Park is a nature preserve spanning roughly 1,000 acres with an 80-acre lake in southwestern Ohio. The park features hiking trails, a swimming beach on the south shore, and camping facilities with restrooms throughout the grounds.

The park was established in 1948, and a dam was constructed across Stonelick Creek in 1950. This project created the lake and transformed the area into a recreation destination.

The park sits within Clermont County, an area that held deep meaning as a route for people escaping slavery. Visitors can sense this historical importance woven into the land and local stories.

The park is best visited during warmer months when swimming and hiking are most enjoyable. The trails are well-maintained and clearly marked, making it easy to navigate on your own.

The ground beneath the park contains some of Ohio's oldest rock layers, filled with fossils from ancient sea creatures. This geological foundation reveals a surprising chapter when oceans once covered this inland landscape.

Location: Clermont County

Inception: 1948

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

GPS coordinates: 39.22000,-84.07000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00