State Parks Near Akron, Ohio
12 state park units lie within 50 miles of Akron. The closest is Wingfoot Lake State Park, about 9 mi southeast of town. 5 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Wingfoot Lake State Park9 mi southeast
- Within 25 miles
- 5of 12 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 63 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Akron, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Akron; driving distance is usually longer.
Wingfoot Lake State Park
Water access includes boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Wingfoot Lake State Park →Portage Lakes State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Portage Lakes State Park →Quail Hollow State Park
Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Quail Hollow State Park →Tinkers Creek State Park
Covering about 8 acres, Tinkers Creek State Park lies in Portage County, about 3 miles southwest of Aurora.
Hours, fees and rules for Tinkers Creek State Park →West Branch State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for West Branch State Park →Lake Milton State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Milton State Park →Punderson State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a swimming pool, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Punderson State Park →Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park
In Portage County, about 12 miles northwest of Warren, Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park covers about 169 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park →Findley State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 4 camping areas, including RV sites, group camping, and showers. There are also cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Findley State Park →Guilford Lake State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Guilford Lake State Park →Mosquito Lake State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with tent sites, group camping, and showers. There are also yurts for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Mosquito Lake State Park →Headlands Beach State Park
Covering about 163 acres, Headlands Beach State Park lies in Lake County, in Fairport Harbor.
Hours, fees and rules for Headlands Beach State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Akron
- Quail Hollow State Park 13 mi southeast · Campground listed
- West Branch State Park 21 mi east · Campground listed
- Punderson State Park 31 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Findley State Park 36 mi west · Campground listed
- Guilford Lake State Park 39 mi southeast · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Akron
- Punderson State Park 31 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Findley State Park 36 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Mosquito Lake State Park 44 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Akron
- Portage Lakes State Park 10 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- West Branch State Park 21 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Milton State Park 28 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Punderson State Park 31 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Findley State Park 36 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Akron
What is the closest state park to Akron?
Wingfoot Lake State Park is the closest, about 9 miles southeast of Akron in a straight line. Next are Portage Lakes State Park and Quail Hollow State Park.
How many state parks are near Akron?
12 state park units are within 50 miles, and 5 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Akron have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Quail Hollow State Park, West Branch State Park and Punderson State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Akron?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Akron?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Wooster, OH28 mi southwest
- Near Cleveland, OH29 mi north
- Near North Ridgeville, OH34 mi northwest
- Near Salem, OH37 mi east
- Near Warren, OH38 mi east
- Near New Philadelphia, OH41 mi south
- Near Lorain, OH42 mi northwest
- Near Mentor, OH43 mi north
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.