Cowan Lake Pinetree Group Camp

Open — The campground is currently open and accepting reservations through the Ohio State Parks reservation system.

About

Pinetree Group Camp is a designated group camping area within Cowan Lake State Park in southwestern Ohio. The park offers a tranquil lake setting complete with scenic inlets and wooded shoreline along its 700-acre lake. Popular activities include swimming at the sandy beach, fishing, sailing, and kayaking with a 10-horsepower motor limit on the lake. The park features over four miles of hiking trails winding through mature woodlands, leading to scenic locations throughout the property. As a group camping facility, Pinetree Group Camp provides an ideal setting for organized groups seeking a nature-based camping experience. The park maintains various amenities including a camp store, nature center, and disc golf courses. Cowan Lake State Park operates year-round with reservations available through the Ohio State Parks system, typically requiring at least one day advance notice and allowing bookings up to six months ahead.

Directions

From Wilmington, Ohio, head south on US-68 for approximately 3 miles. Turn west onto Dalton Road and continue for 1.5 miles to reach the campground entrance.

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