Lake Hope State Park - McArthur, OH - Ohio State Parks

Camping
46 electric sites
141 non-electric sites
Heated showerhouses, flush toilets, waste disposal, laundry facilities, picnic tables and fire rings
Pets are permitted
Group camp is available for organized groups on a reservation basis
Equestrian camp is available for bridle trail users in Zaleski State Forest

Getaway Rentals
2 Camper Cabins.

Cabins
25 Standard Cabins sleep 5. See details
20 "Iron Furnace" Legacy Cabins sleep 4 and have woodburning fireplaces.
21 "Forest" Legacy Cabins have woodburning fireplaces; three cabins sleep 4, eleven cabins sleep 5, and six cabins sleep 8.
All cabins have linens, towels and complete kitchens with microwave ovens, heat, air conditioning, and outdoor grills and fire rings
Pets are permitted in select cabins, please call (866) 644-6727 for more information.
Cabins
Laurel Lodge
Groups may reserve Laurel Lodge, a two-level rustic lodge with a beautiful stone fireplace
Eight bedrooms, four with 1 double and 2 single beds and four with 2 single beds, sleep 24 people
Main living area has sofas, chairs, and dining tables with a large-screened TV
Commercial sized kitchen with all basic cooking requirements provided
Five bathrooms with showers
Charcoal grill and fire ring outside
Available year-round
Choose Laurel Lodge from the dropdown list when reserving online

Boating
The 120-acre lake allows boats with electric motors only and can be accessed by one launch ramp. Canoes, kayaks, rowboats and paddle boards are available for rent.

Dining
The Lake Hope Lodge offers made from scratch food using Ohio products with a strong emphasis on real pit barbeque, which is smoked in their all wood fire traditional pit using pure hickory. All of the smoked meats and sides are available by the pound to take home. Ask about Campside Cuisine packages. The dining lodge is open to overnight guests and day visitors alike.

Fishing
Anglers will find good catches of bluegill, catfish, crappie and largemouth bass at Lake Hope. A valid Ohio fishing license is required.

Hunting
Hunting is permitted in the adjacent Zaleski State Forest. A valid Ohio hunting license is required.

Picnicking
Nine picnic areas with tables and grills are located at many secluded and scenic areas around the park. A shelterhouse is available for reservation online or by calling (866) 644-6727.

Swimming
A 600-foot swimming beach is located near the dam. Facilities include a shower house with deck, restrooms, and concessions. Swimming is permitted during daylight hours only. Swim at your own risk. Pets are NOT permitted on swimming beaches.

Trails
Seven hiking trails traverse the park. A 29-mile backpack trail with primitive campsites is available in the adjacent state forest; backpackers must register upon arrival. Place to ride from the Athens Bicycle Club.
Habron Hollow Trail - 1.5 Miles - Moderate/Difficult
White Oak Trail - 1/4 Mile - Moderate
Buzzard Cave Trail - 1/2 Mile - Moderate
Greenbriar Trail - 1/2 Mile - Moderate
Peninsula Trail - 3 Miles - Moderate
Olds Hollow Trail - 1.5 Miles - Moderate
Hope Furnace Trail - 3.2 Miles - Moderate
Eight biking trails also cross the park. Steep hills and ravines offer challenges suited to intermediate and advanced cyclists. Lake Hope's 23-mile singletrack bike trail was chosen as Ohio's top mountain bike trail by readers of "Mountain Bike Magazine." The wooded singletrack, which is open to mountain bikes, offers plenty of bike riding options.
Copperhead Trail - 7.2 Miles - Moderate
Little Sandy Trail - 4.5 Miles - Moderate
Wildcat Trail - 3.5 Miles - Moderate
Sidewinder Trail - 2.5 Miles - Moderate/Difficult
Yosemite Falls Trail - 3.5 Miles - Moderate
Yosemite Trail - 1.5 Miles - Moderate/Difficult
Bobcat Trail - 2 Miles - Moderate
Red Oak Trail - 1/2 Mile - Moderate/Difficult
Forty-five miles of bridle trail in the state forest are available for riders with their own mounts.

Winter Recreation
Under the proper winter conditions, park guests can enjoy sledding, cross-country skiing, ice skating, and ice fishing.

More to Do
Basketball courts, horseshoe pits and playgrounds are available in various day use areas