Great Seal Campground
The campground is open and accepting reservations. The campground operates seasonally, typically closing from early December through the first week of March due to winter conditions. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance through ReserveOhio or by calling (866) 644-6727.
Flash Flood Warning issued September 19 at 11:57PM EDT until September 20 at 3:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
FFWILN The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Hocking County in central Ohio... Southeastern Pickaway County in central Ohio... Northeastern Ross County in south central Ohio... * Until 300 AM EDT. * At 1157 PM EDT, radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. * Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Logan, Hocking Hills State Park, Starr, Laurelville, Murray City, Adelphi, Tarlton, Gibisonville, Lake Logan State Park, Ilesboro, Enterprise, Rockbridge, South Bloomingville, Union Furnace, Buena Vista in Hocking County, Haydenville, Oreville, Carbon Hill and Whisler.
Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:29PM EDT until September 20 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, and southwest Ohio, including the following counties, in central Ohio, Fairfield, Fayette, Hocking and Pickaway. In south central Ohio, Highland, Pike and Ross. In southwest Ohio, Clinton and Warren. * WHEN...Through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Rounds of thunderstorms overnight into Sunday morning will produce locally heavy rainfall. Rainfall amounts of one to three inches with locally higher amounts will be possible.
Flood Advisory issued September 20 at 12:04AM EDT until September 20 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Southwestern Fairfield County in central Ohio... Southeastern Pickaway County in central Ohio... Northeastern Ross County in south central Ohio... * WHEN...Until 200 AM EDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At midnight EDT, radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Circleville, South Bloomfield, Kingston, Logan Elm Village, Fox, Amanda, Stoutsville, Aw Marion State Park, Pickaway County Airport, East Ringgold, Hallsville, State Route 138 at US Route 22, Andersonville and Clearport.
About
Great Seal State Park Campground is a small, scenic primitive campground located near Sugarloaf Mountain in southern Ohio's Ross County. The 15 walk-in sites are arranged around a grass hill offering views of the Scioto Valley below. This campground is particularly popular with equestrian campers, as sites 1-10 feature horse tie lines (picket lines) located behind the campsites for securing horses. The campground provides basic amenities including vault latrines, pressurized drinking water, and a shelter house. Each campsite comes equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. A playground is available for families. As a primitive campground, there are no electric hookups, showers, or dump stations. The surrounding park features over 16 miles of rugged hiking and bridle trails through hilly terrain, with the highlight being the climb to Sugarloaf Mountain for panoramic views. Quiet hours are observed from 10 PM to 7 PM.
Directions
From Columbus: Take U.S. 23 south to the north edge of Chillicothe. Turn left onto Hopetown Road, which becomes Marietta Road. The main park entrance is on the right approximately 1 mile ahead. Turn right into the park entrance, then left at the first road. Continue straight to the Vista Shelter located in the middle of the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $23 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 58ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (866) 644-6727 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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