Strouds Run State Park Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations for regular campsites. Off-season rates apply from the first Monday in December through March 31. Maximum stay is 14 nights per 30-day period.
Flood Watch issued March 3 at 10:39AM EST until March 4 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, including the following counties, Boyd, Carter, Greenup and Lawrence, southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington, and West Virginia, including the following counties, Barbour, Boone, Braxton, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Jackson WV, Kanawha, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Northwest Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, Northwest Pocahontas, Northwest Randolph, Northwest Webster, Pleasants, Putnam, Ritchie, Roane, Southeast Fayette, Southeast Nicholas, Southeast Pocahontas, Southeast Randolph, Southeast Webster, Taylor, Tyler, Upshur, Wayne, Wirt and Wood. * WHEN...Through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Isolated flash flooding is also possible. 1 to 2 inches of rain is expected in the watch area through Wednesday afternoon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Strouds Run State Park Campground provides a peaceful primitive camping experience in the rugged hills of Athens County, Ohio. The campground features 57 first-come, first-served campsites that accommodate tents, campers, and RVs, though no electric or water hookups are available. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with water spigots distributed throughout the campground and a dump station at the entrance. Two camper cabins with bunk beds are available by reservation, as is a group camp area that can accommodate up to 150 guests. The campground's location offers direct access to over 15 miles of hiking trails, 8.5 miles of bridle trails, and numerous mountain biking routes that wind through more than 2,600 acres of uninterrupted hardwood forest. Dow Lake provides opportunities for swimming at the 900-foot sand beach, fishing, and non-motorized boating. The park's rugged terrain features rocky bluffs, scenic vistas, and secluded waterfalls, making it a favorite wilderness escape for Ohio University students and outdoor enthusiasts. The concessionaire-operated campground maintains a quiet, technology-free atmosphere that attracts many repeat visitors seeking solitude and nature immersion.
Directions
From Athens, Ohio, take East State Street to Strouds Run Road (County Road 20). Follow Strouds Run Road for approximately 3 miles to the park entrance. The campground is located within the park, with signs directing visitors to the camping area.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $40 - $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (740) 707-7200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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