State Parks Near Washington Court House, Ohio
17 state park units lie within 50 miles of Washington Court House. The closest is Deer Creek State Park, about 12 mi northeast of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Deer Creek State Park12 mi northeast
- Within 25 miles
- 4of 17 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 1411 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Washington Court House, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Washington Court House; driving distance is usually longer.
Deer Creek State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 5 camping areas, including RV sites and group camping. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins, lodge rooms, and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours, fees and rules for Deer Creek 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 →Madison Lake State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Madison Lake 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 →Cowan Lake State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are 5 camping areas (tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Cowan 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 →Great Seal State Park
Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Great Seal State Park →John Bryan State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with tent sites and group camping. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers lodge rooms.
Hours, fees and rules for John Bryan State Park →A.W. Marion State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for A.W. Marion State Park →Caesar Creek State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. Camping is available: 4 camping areas, including tent sites and group camping. Roofed lodging includes lodge rooms.
Hours, fees and rules for Caesar Creek 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 →Buck Creek State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 3 camping areas (tent sites, group camping, and showers). Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Buck Creek 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 →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 →Stonelick State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a fishing pier. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with RV sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours, fees and rules for Stonelick State Park →Little Miami State Park
Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Little Miami State Park →Hocking Hills State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming pool. Camping is available: 7 camping areas, including RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Hocking Hills State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Washington Court House
- Deer Creek State Park 12 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Paint Creek State Park 21 mi south · Campground listed
- Rocky Fork State Park 24 mi south · Campground listed
- Cowan Lake State Park 27 mi west · Campground listed
- Pike Lake State Park 29 mi southeast · Campground listed
+ 9 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Washington Court House
- Deer Creek State Park 12 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Paint Creek State Park 21 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cowan Lake State Park 27 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pike Lake State Park 29 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- John Bryan State Park 29 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 6 more in the list above
Swimming near Washington Court House
- Deer Creek State Park 12 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Paint Creek State Park 21 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Madison Lake State Park 23 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Rocky Fork State Park 24 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Cowan Lake State Park 27 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 9 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Washington Court House
What is the closest state park to Washington Court House?
Deer Creek State Park is the closest, about 12 miles northeast of Washington Court House in a straight line. Next are Paint Creek State Park and Madison Lake State Park.
How many state parks are near Washington Court House?
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 Washington Court House have camping?
14 parks list camping, the nearest being Deer Creek State Park, Paint Creek State Park and Rocky Fork State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Washington Court House?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Washington Court House?
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
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- Near Chillicothe, OH27 mi southeast
- Near Springfield, OH33 mi northwest
- Near Columbus, OH39 mi northeast
- Near Dayton, OH44 mi northwest
- Near Lancaster, OH46 mi east
- Near Marysville, OH48 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.