Tar Hollow State Park Campground
Open for the 2026 season following completion of major renovations. The campground now features upgraded full hookup sites, new flush restrooms, and modern shower facilities.
Flood Watch issued August 10 at 1:04PM EDT until August 12 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Indiana, including the following counties, Dearborn, Fayette, Franklin, Union and Wayne, Kentucky, including the following counties, Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Kenton, Lewis, Mason, Pendleton and Robertson, and Ohio, including the following counties, Adams, Auglaize, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hardin, Highland, Hocking, Licking, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Pike, Preble, Ross, Scioto, Shelby, Union and Warren. * WHEN...Through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Several rounds of thunderstorms are expected through Tuesday night. Locally heavy rainfall can be expected with the potential for storms to repeatedly track over the same locations. This will result in the potential for flash flooding.
About
Tar Hollow State Park Campground occupies a peaceful wooded hollow in Ohio's Appalachian foothills, surrounded by the 16,046-acre Tar Hollow State Forest. The campground underwent a significant renovation project completed in spring 2026, adding full hookup campsites with upgraded electric, water, and sewer connections, new flush restrooms, and shower facilities throughout. The park centers around 15-acre Pine Lake, built during the Depression era by the WPA, which offers fishing, swimming at the 500-foot beach, and boating limited to electric motors (4 HP max). A boat launch ramp is located near the beach. The area earned its name from early settlers who extracted pine tar from the shortleaf and pitch pines growing on the ridges. Beyond camping, Tar Hollow offers 24 miles of hiking trails including a 21-mile backpack trail with primitive campsites, 25 miles of bridle trails, and 3 miles of mountain bike trails. Group camping accommodates up to 100 people, and five shelter houses provide additional overnight options.
Directions
Located five miles south of Laurelville, Ohio on Tar Hollow Road. From US-23, take OH-56 east to Laurelville, then follow signs south to Tar Hollow State Park.
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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 | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $27 - $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 52ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (740) 887-4818 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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