State Parks Near Portsmouth, Ohio
17 state park units lie within 50 miles of Portsmouth, including 6 parks across the line in Kentucky and West Virginia. The closest is Shawnee State Park, about 13 mi west of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Shawnee State Park13 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 4of 17 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 168 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 1pets allowed
State parks near Portsmouth, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Portsmouth; driving distance is usually longer.
Shawnee State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 4 camping areas, with RV sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Shawnee State Park →Greenbo Lake State Resort Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, horseback riding, golf, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. On the water side, there is a swimming pool. Overnight options include 75 campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Greenbo Lake State Resort Park →Jackson Lake State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a fishing pier. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Jackson Lake State Park →Lake White State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake White State Park →Carter Caves State Resort Park
Things to do include cave tours, rock climbing, horseback riding, golf, and historic sites. Its trail network totals roughly 15 miles, according to the park. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Carter Caves State Resort Park →Adams Lake State Park
Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Adams Lake State Park →Pike Lake State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 4 camping areas, including tent sites, group camping, and showers. Roofed lodging includes cabins and lodge rooms.
Hours, fees and rules for Pike Lake State Park →Scioto Trail 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, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Scioto Trail State Park →Lake Alma State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 4 camping areas, with RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Alma State Park →Grayson Lake State Park
Visitors come for golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and hiking. Overnight options include 71 campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Grayson Lake State Park →Paint Creek State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. Camping is available: 7 camping areas, including RV sites, tent sites, equestrian camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Paint Creek State Park →Rocky Fork 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 tent sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Rocky Fork State Park →Great Seal State Park
Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Great Seal State Park →Beech Fork State Park
The park supports hunting in season, boating, swimming, biking, and fishing. Camping is available: 275 campsites, including RV sites with full hookups and tent sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Beech Fork State Park →Tu-Endie-Wei State Park
Things to do include historic sites and geocaching. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Tu-Endie-Wei State Park →Tar Hollow State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 4 camping areas, with tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and equestrian camping. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Tar Hollow State Park →Yatesville Lake State Park
Popular activities here are golf, boating, wildlife watching, fishing, and hiking. Camping is available: 47 campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Yatesville Lake State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Portsmouth
- Shawnee State Park 13 mi west · Campground listed
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 19 mi south · 75 campsites
- Jackson Lake State Park 21 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Carter Caves State Resort Park 28 mi south · Campground listed
- Adams Lake State Park 31 mi west · Campground listed
+ 11 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Portsmouth
- Shawnee State Park 13 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Carter Caves State Resort Park 28 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pike Lake State Park 32 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Scioto Trail State Park 33 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Alma State Park 36 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 3 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Portsmouth
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 19 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Portsmouth
- Shawnee State Park 13 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 19 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Jackson Lake State Park 21 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake White State Park 24 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Carter Caves State Resort Park 28 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 7 more in the list above
Hiking near Portsmouth
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 19 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Carter Caves State Resort Park 28 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Grayson Lake State Park 38 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Beech Fork State Park 45 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Yatesville Lake State Park 48 mi south · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Portsmouth
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 19 mi south · Fishing listed
- Carter Caves State Resort Park 28 mi south · Fishing listed
- Grayson Lake State Park 38 mi south · Fishing listed
- Beech Fork State Park 45 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Yatesville Lake State Park 48 mi south · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Portsmouth
What is the closest state park to Portsmouth?
Shawnee State Park is the closest, about 13 miles west of Portsmouth in a straight line. Next are Greenbo Lake State Resort Park and Jackson Lake State Park.
How many state parks are near Portsmouth?
17 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Portsmouth have camping?
16 parks list camping, the nearest being Shawnee State Park, Greenbo Lake State Resort Park and Jackson Lake State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Portsmouth?
Yes, at 1 park, including Greenbo Lake State Resort Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Portsmouth?
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.
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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.