State Parks Near Zanesville, Ohio
13 state park units lie within 50 miles of Zanesville. The closest is Dillon State Park, about 6 mi northwest of town. 5 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Dillon State Park6 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 5of 13 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 119 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Zanesville, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Zanesville; driving distance is usually longer.
Dillon State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. Camping is available: 4 camping areas, including tent sites and showers. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Dillon State Park →Blue Rock State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 7 camping areas, with RV sites, group camping, and equestrian camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Blue Rock State Park →Jesse Owens State Park
Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Jesse Owens State Park →Muskingum River State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Muskingum River State Park →Buckeye Lake State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Buckeye Lake State Park →Wolf Run State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 5 camping areas, including RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Wolf Run State Park →Salt Fork State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 5 camping areas, with tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Salt Fork State Park →Burr Oak State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 6 camping areas, with RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Burr Oak State Park →Lake Logan State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Logan 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 →Strouds Run State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including RV sites and group camping. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours, fees and rules for Strouds Run State Park →Lake Hope State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 5 camping areas, with RV sites, group camping, and showers. Roofed lodging includes cabins, lodge rooms, and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Hope State Park →Mohican State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming pool and a boat ramp. Overnight options include 4 camping areas, with tent sites, group camping, and showers. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins and lodge rooms.
Hours, fees and rules for Mohican State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Zanesville
- Dillon State Park 6 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Blue Rock State Park 13 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Jesse Owens State Park 21 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Muskingum River State Park 24 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Wolf Run State Park 27 mi southeast · Campground listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Zanesville
- Dillon State Park 6 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Blue Rock State Park 13 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Wolf Run State Park 27 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Salt Fork State Park 28 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Burr Oak State Park 28 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 4 more in the list above
Swimming near Zanesville
- Dillon State Park 6 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Blue Rock State Park 13 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Buckeye Lake State Park 25 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Wolf Run State Park 27 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Salt Fork State Park 28 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 6 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Zanesville
What is the closest state park to Zanesville?
Dillon State Park is the closest, about 6 miles northwest of Zanesville in a straight line. Next are Blue Rock State Park and Jesse Owens State Park.
How many state parks are near Zanesville?
13 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 Zanesville have camping?
11 parks list camping, the nearest being Dillon State Park, Blue Rock State Park and Jesse Owens State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Zanesville?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Zanesville?
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 Coshocton, OH23 mi northeast
- Near Newark, OH23 mi west
- Near Lancaster, OH35 mi southwest
- Near Athens, OH44 mi south
- Near New Philadelphia, OH48 mi northeast
- Near Columbus, OH51 mi west
- Near Parkersburg, WV54 mi southeast
- Near Circleville, OH55 mi southwest
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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.