DILLON STATE PARK
DILLON STATE PARK5265 Dillon Hills Dr
Nashport, Ohio 43830-9568
(lat:40.0232 lon:-82.1125)
Phone: (740) 453-0442
Reservations: 866-644-6727
The wooded hills and scenic valleys of the Dillon area offer a picturesque setting for outdoor adventure. Whether boating the quiet coves and inlets of the lake or hiking the forest trails, Ohio's rural hill country provides an outstanding recreational experience at Dillon State Park.
Dillon State Park in Muskingum County is situated in an area of the state that possesses diverse and unique natural features. One of which is the presence of the Black Hand Sandstone. Sand, eroded hundreds of millions of years ago from mountains farther east, accumulated in a vast delta in the sea covering the region. This hard bedrock erodes to form sheer cliffs and supports a hardwood forest.
The rolling, reverting farmland of the Dillon area provides visitors the opportunity to see some of Ohio's most magnificent wildlife. White-tailed deer,ruffed grouse and wild turkey can be seen by quiet observers. During migration, numerous species of waterfowl visit Dillon's waters. Most recently, sightings of bald eagles have been reported.
GeneralLand, acres2,285
Water, acres1,560
Nearby Wildlife Areayes
Day-UseFishingyes
Huntingyes
Hiking Trail, miles10
Picnickingyes
Picnic Shelters, #2
Swimming Beach, feet1,360
Bridle Trails, miles15
Nature Centeryes
Nature Programsyes
BoatingBoat Rentalyes
Boating LimitsUnlimited HP
Seasonal Dock Rental123
Launch Ramps, #2
Fuel For Saleyes
CampingPrimitive, #12
Electric Sites, #183
Pets Permittedyes
Flush Toiletsyes
Dumpstationyes
Showersyes
Camp Commissaryyes
WinterSleddingyes
Ice Skatingyes
AccommodationsFamily Cottages, #29
Tennisyes
There are 29 family cottages nestled in the woods overlooking the north lakeshore. Each cottage has air conditioning, color cable television, gas heat, two bedrooms, bath, living room with sofa bed, all-electric kitchen, dining area and screened porch. Linens, towels and kitchen utensils are furnished. Please call Dillon State Park for more details: (740) 453-0442
An excellent 1,360-foot swimming beach is located near the park office. Facilities include a bath house, showers, lockers,snack bar and a wading pool for children. A game area is adjacent to the beach offering tennis, horseshoe, paddle ball, volleyball, basketball and shuffleboard as well as a playground area.
Boating with unlimited horsepower is permitted at Dillon. Four boat ramps are provided for access to the lake. A boat concession offers boat/motor rental, fuel, fishing and boating supplies, and snacks. Seventy docks are available for rent on a seasonal basis.
i have stayed there years ago and the cleaning in the cottages was great no dust nothing left behind but now its something else they must have differnet people working its not the same the cabins are dirty i found stuff under the beds and couch and stuff left in fridge dishies wasnt very clean they need the crew that clean before it was neat and clean not now
Several weeks ago, I made my first trip to Dillion State Park. Not knowing what to expect a welcoming helpful staff of ranger?s, hosts and employees greeted me. I had the opportunity to make new friends while staying at the spacious, quiet campground. I had the pleasure of sharing rides in my Yellow Amphicar and making memories for all my passengers that experienced Vehicular Buoyancy. Thank you to everyone and especially the park officers for welcoming me to their beautiful park and lake.
I love this park. i take three kids ages 5, 10 and 12. I always worry about them getting bored. there was plenty for them to do. I tent camp so the heat worried me but 90% of the sites were shaded. The bathrooms were clean (have a 5yr old girl so that matters). I will be be back. Already looking into my next stay.
