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East Fork State Park Campground. 2837 Old State Route 32 Batavia, OH 45103 (513) 724-6521 - Campground Check-In Station (513) 734-2730 - Parks & Watercraft Administrative Office.
Use the Campground’s address for your GPS directions - 2837 Old SR 32, Batavia, OH 45103. Do NOT accidently use the Administrative Office address in Bethel on the opposite side of the lake. We no longer have “walk-in” camp sites.
Campground address for GPS: 2837 Old State Route 32 Batavia, Ohio 45103. Alexander Rd. Camp Office.
- Activities
- History & Natural Features
- Volunteer
- Contact & Hours
Archery
East Fork offers two archery ranges located on the southside of the park, just past the park office at 3294 Elklick Road in Bethel. [Directions] 1. Static Range —6 lanes that offer point targets ranging from 20-50 yards 2. 3-D Range —walk-through graveled range with 8 different targets at 26-60 yards in heavily wooded area with an elevated platform Bring your own equipment; no rentals are available. First come, first served.
Backpacking
Backcountry camping is free and available by permit only at five designated areas along the Backpacking and Perimeter trails. (Permits available at Administration Office at base of stairs.) Dispersed camping is NOT permitted. The 5 overnight sites do not have road access and campers must hike their gear to the site. The sites have a designated fire ring, horse tie offs, and adirondack shelters are available at camping areas 1 and 2. 1. Backpack Trail — 16 miles, moderate; mountain biking perm...
Bird Watching
While birds can be seen and enjoyed almost anywhere in the many habitats at East Fork, the following are well-known areas to use those binoculars: 1. South Trailhead’s bird blind is located just behind the kiosk 2. Saddle dam has great views of waterfowl from a distance 3. Prairie Trail is known for bringing in birds to its uncommon habitat 4. Main beach finds MANY types of birds, especially migratory
History
East Fork State Park is home to the Little Miami River Basin, which possesses evidence of human activity dating back nearly 3,000 years ago. The Moundbuilders, specifically the Adena and Hopewell nations, occupied this area. The mound near Elklick Road is thought to have been built by the Adena. The Erie also lived here much later, though by 1655 this group had been completely wiped out by the powerful Iroquois. The area was virtually uninhabited through the remainder of the 17th century. By...
Natural Features
Located in Clermont County, East Fork State Park is characterized by a landscape shaped by the forces of the Illinoian and Wisconsinan glaciers. The region exhibits beautiful hill country scenery and is noted for the occurrence of remnant prairie habitats. Illinoian glacial deposits are not common in Ohio, but they can be observed at East Fork and the surrounding area. East Fork's diverse landscape includes dry-forested hills, rocky cascades, abandoned farmlands, thickly grown floodplains, ma...
Find out how you can get involved with others who share your interests and passions at East Fork State Park. Visit East Fork: Cincinnati Off Road Alliance, or Ohio Horseman Councilto learn more. Volunteer directly or with a group by contacting the Administrative Office at (513) 734-2730 and requesting an application.
Park Hours: 6am to 11pm daily. Visitors are permitted to actively engage in legitimate recreational activitiesoutside these hours. If you have questions, call the park office. Park Office:(513) 734-2730; 8am to 4pm Monday-Friday Nature Center: March, April & May open Noon to 3pm Wednesdays & Thursdays Manager:Lance Hopkins Email the Manager Send Us...
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East Fork State Park Campground is large with 400+ year-round sites mostly wooded, and located on the north side of the lake. (follow link for reservation details) It offers Electric and Full Hookup sites, including an equestrian camping in Loop A; all with 20, 30, and 50 amp service.
Rolling hills, winding rivers and a large lake provides a beautiful backdrop for for a wonderful getaway. 376 sites with electric; 23 full-hookup sites. Amenities include showers, flush toilets, drinking water, and boat ramp in the campground.
