State Parks Near Lima, Ohio
7 state park units lie within 50 miles of Lima. The closest is Indian Lake State Park, about 21 mi southeast of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Indian Lake State Park21 mi southeast
- Within 25 miles
- 1of 7 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 75 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Lima, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Lima; driving distance is usually longer.
Indian Lake State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach, a swimming pool, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including RV sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Indian Lake State Park →Grand Lake St Marys State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach, a swimming pool, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. Camping is available: 5 camping areas, including RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Grand Lake St Marys State Park →Lake Loramie State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Loramie State Park →Van Buren State Park
Water access includes a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 5 camping areas (RV sites and group camping). There are also cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Van Buren State Park →Kiser Lake State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including RV sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Kiser Lake State Park →Independence Dam State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Independence Dam State Park →Mary Jane Thurston State Park
On the water side, there is a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Mary Jane Thurston State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Lima
- Indian Lake State Park 21 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Grand Lake St Marys State Park 25 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Lake Loramie State Park 27 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Van Buren State Park 37 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Kiser Lake State Park 39 mi south · Campground listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Lima
- Indian Lake State Park 21 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Grand Lake St Marys State Park 25 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Loramie State Park 27 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Van Buren State Park 37 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Kiser Lake State Park 39 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Lima
- Indian Lake State Park 21 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Grand Lake St Marys State Park 25 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Loramie State Park 27 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kiser Lake State Park 39 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
Questions about state parks near Lima
What is the closest state park to Lima?
Indian Lake State Park is the closest, about 21 miles southeast of Lima in a straight line. Next are Grand Lake St Marys State Park and Lake Loramie State Park.
How many state parks are near Lima?
7 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Lima have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Indian Lake State Park, Grand Lake St Marys State Park and Lake Loramie State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Lima?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Lima?
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 Findlay, OH33 mi northeast
- Near Decatur, IN43 mi west
- Near Bowling Green, OH50 mi northeast
- Near Greenville, OH51 mi southwest
- Near Marysville, OH53 mi southeast
- Near Tipp City, OH54 mi south
- Near Tiffin, OH55 mi northeast
- Near Bluffton, IN55 mi west
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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.