Pymatuning State Park

Pymatuning State Park is a nature area of about 3,500 acres centered on a large lake that straddles the Ohio-Pennsylvania border. The park provides water recreation opportunities and natural settings for outdoor activities year-round.

The land was originally home to the Lenape people before the Seneca took control and shaped the region's future. The name Pymatuning comes from a Seneca chief whose legacy is preserved in the park's name today.

Two ancient mounds built by early Native American peoples rest beneath the waters of Pymatuning Lake, speaking to the human presence that once shaped this land. These submerged sites remind visitors that the lake holds layers of history in its depths.

The park has nearly 400 campsites with electric hookups, showers, and full facilities for overnight visitors. Access to the water and hiking trails is straightforward, with clear signs throughout the grounds.

The lake's northeastern section serves as a protected refuge where thousands of wild geese and ducks gather during winter months. This secluded area allows visitors to witness large bird congregations in their natural seasonal movements.

Location: Ashtabula County

Inception: 1950

Shares border with: Pymatuning State Park

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

GPS coordinates: 41.60670,-80.53220

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:54