William H Harsha Lake Dam
No overnight camping is permitted at this facility. The site offers day-use group shelter rentals only. For camping, visit East Fork State Park nearby.
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About
William H. Harsha Lake Dam is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers flood control project located roughly four miles south of Batavia, Ohio, on the East Fork of the Little Miami River. Originally called East Fork Lake, it was renamed in 1981 to honor retired congressman William H. Harsha. The lake became fully operational in May 1978. The dam site offers two reservable group shelters with electricity: the Tailwater Shelter and the Overlook Shelter. A Visitor Center located one-half mile beyond the main dam on Slade Road provides interpretive displays, a scenic overlook, and a natural trail. Fossil finding is a popular activity in the nearby spillway with free permits available from the Visitor Center. Hunting, fishing, and trapping are permitted in accordance with applicable laws. No overnight camping of any type is permitted at the William H. Harsha project. Visitors seeking campground facilities should visit East Fork State Park, which operates a nearby campground accessible from Half Acre Road off of SR32 near Afton.
Directions
From Cincinnati: I-71 South to I-471 South, then I-275 East. Take OH-125 exit toward Amelia, turn left onto OH-222, then right onto Slade Road. End at 2185 Slade Road, Batavia, Ohio. Approximately 28 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (513) 797-6081 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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