Lake Hope State Park Campground
Open year-round. A portion of the campground with both electric and non-electric sites remains open through winter. Reservations available through Ohio State Parks reservation system or by calling 866-644-6727.
Flash Flood Warning issued September 20 at 4:38AM EDT until September 20 at 8:45AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
FFWRLX The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Gallia County in southeastern Ohio... Jackson County in southeastern Ohio... North Central Lawrence County in southeastern Ohio... Southern Meigs County in southeastern Ohio... Southeastern Vinton County in southeastern Ohio... Northwestern Jackson County in northwestern West Virginia... Mason County in western West Virginia... * Until 845 AM EDT. * At 438 AM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Jackson, Point Pleasant, Gallipolis, Rio Grande, Racine, Ravenswood, New Haven, Gallia, Henderson, Vinton, Gage.
Flash Flood Warning issued September 20 at 3:38AM EDT until September 20 at 6:30AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
At 338 AM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Lake Hope State Park.
Flash Flood Warning issued September 20 at 3:29AM EDT until September 20 at 5:15AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
At 329 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Mcarthur, Albany, Zaleski, Carpenter, Radcliffe and Creola.
About
Lake Hope State Park Campground lies entirely within the 26,824-acre Zaleski State Forest in the valley of Big Sandy Run, offering a rugged, heavily forested setting traversed by steep gorges and narrow ridges. The 187-site campground accommodates both tent and trailer camping, with 46 sites featuring electric hookups (30 and 50 amp service) and 141 primitive sites scattered through the wooded terrain. Modern amenities include heated showerhouses with flush toilets on either end of the campground, pit latrines and potable water spigots distributed throughout, an RV dump station, and laundry facilities. Every campsite has a picnic table and fire ring. The on-site general store sells firewood, supplies, and souvenirs, while the Stone Terrace Restaurant in the rustic lodge offers dining. Specialty accommodations include 3 Rent-A-Camp units, 2 camper cabins, and a Rent-A-Teepee. The park centers around Lake Hope, a 120-acre impoundment where campers can fish for bluegill, catfish, crappie, and largemouth bass, swim at the 600-foot beach, or boat with electric motors. Historic Hope Furnace ruins and extensive hiking trails including connections to the Zaleski State Forest bridle trails provide additional recreation. Winter activities include cross-country skiing, sledding, and ice fishing.
Directions
From Columbus: Take US-33 E to Lancaster, then OH-328 toward Logan. Turn right onto OH-328 S, left onto OH-56 E, then right onto SR 278 S. Turn right at Park Road 1 at the Dining Lodge sign.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $25 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (740) 596-4938 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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