State Parks Near Youngstown, Ohio
21 state park units lie within 50 miles of Youngstown, including 8 parks across the line in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The closest is Lake Milton State Park, about 18 mi west of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Lake Milton State Park18 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 4of 21 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 127 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 3pets allowed
State parks near Youngstown, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Youngstown; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →McConnells Mill State Park
Things to do include rock climbing, hunting in season, boating, fishing, and picnicking. Its trail network totals roughly 11.2 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for McConnells Mill State Park →Beaver Creek State Park
On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Beaver Creek State Park →Pymatuning State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, golf, and disc golf. The official site lists about 7 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Pymatuning State Park →Moraine State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, golf, and horseback riding. Its trail network totals roughly 29.2 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Moraine State Park →Jennings Environmental Education Center
Things to do include cross-country skiing, winter sports, picnicking, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 5 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Jennings Environmental Education Center →Maurice K. Goddard State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. The official site lists about 16 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Maurice K. Goddard State Park →Pymatuning State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Pymatuning 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 →Tomlinson Run State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, boating, swimming, and biking. Camping is available: 55 campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Tomlinson Run State Park →Wingfoot Lake State Park
Water access includes boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Wingfoot Lake 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 →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 →Raccoon Creek State Park
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Raccoon Creek State Park →Jefferson Lake State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Jefferson 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 →Hillman State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting in season, fishing, and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Hillman State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Youngstown
- Mosquito Lake State Park 18 mi north · Campground listed
- Guilford Lake State Park 24 mi southwest · Campground listed
- West Branch State Park 25 mi west · Campground listed
- Beaver Creek State Park 27 mi south · Campground listed
- Pymatuning State Park 29 mi north · Campground listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Youngstown
- Mosquito Lake State Park 18 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pymatuning State Park 29 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Moraine State Park 31 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pymatuning State Park 35 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Tomlinson Run State Park 36 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 2 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Youngstown
- Pymatuning State Park 29 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Moraine State Park 31 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Raccoon Creek State Park 43 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Youngstown
- Lake Milton State Park 18 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Mosquito Lake State Park 18 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Guilford Lake State Park 24 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- West Branch State Park 25 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Pymatuning State Park 29 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 7 more in the list above
Hiking near Youngstown
- McConnells Mill State Park 27 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Pymatuning State Park 29 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Moraine State Park 31 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Jennings Environmental Education Center 34 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Maurice K. Goddard State Park 35 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Fishing near Youngstown
- McConnells Mill State Park 27 mi east · Fishing listed
- Pymatuning State Park 29 mi north · Fishing listed
- Moraine State Park 31 mi east · Fishing listed
- Maurice K. Goddard State Park 35 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Tomlinson Run State Park 36 mi south · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Youngstown
What is the closest state park to Youngstown?
Lake Milton State Park is the closest, about 18 miles west of Youngstown in a straight line. Next are Mosquito Lake State Park and Guilford Lake State Park.
How many state parks are near Youngstown?
21 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 Youngstown have camping?
12 parks list camping, the nearest being Mosquito Lake State Park, Guilford Lake State Park and West Branch State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Youngstown?
Yes, at 3 parks, including Pymatuning State Park, Moraine State Park and Raccoon Creek State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Youngstown?
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 Warren, OH13 mi northwest
- Near Salem, OH17 mi southwest
- Near New Castle, PA17 mi southeast
- Near Akron, OH46 mi west
- Near Meadville, PA46 mi northeast
- Near Mentor, OH54 mi northwest
- Near Ashtabula, OH54 mi north
- Near Pittsburgh, PA57 mi southeast
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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.