Scioto Trail State Park - Chillicothe, OH - Ohio State Parks

Cabins
2 rustic camper cabins are available to rent year-round

Camping
Wooded campground at Caldwell Lake offers 55 sites
All are equipped with electricity, 8 are walk-in sites (non-reservable)
Vault latrines, pressurized water, dump station, fire rings and picnic tables are provided
A secluded hike-in camp located near Stewart Lake offers an additional 18 non-electric sites
Seasonal camp check-in/store available on weekends near Caldwell Lake and offers snacks, souvenirs, camping supplies, and paddle boat rentals
Basketball and horseshoe courts are located in the campground
Camp office loans games and sporting equipment to registered campers
Pets are permitted on all sites

Boating
Two small lakes, Stewart Lake & Caldwell Lake, offer boating with electric motors only. Canoeing is excellent on these quiet waters. A launch ramp is available at Caldwell Lake.

Fishing
Bluegill, bass, catfish, and trout provide good catches for anglers. A valid Ohio fishing license is required.

Hunting
Hunting is not permitted in the state park, but the adjacent state forest offers excellent hunting for deer, squirrel, grouse and turkey. A valid Ohio hunting license is required.

Picnicking
Three scenic areas offer excellent picnicking opportunities. Tables and grills are provided. Two shelters are available for reservation.

Swimming
A small, unguarded wading beach near the campground is open during daylight hours. Swimming is permitted during daylight hours only. Swim at your own risk. Pets are NOT permitted on swimming beaches.

Trails
One trail allows hiking-only:
Deborad Vista Trail - 2.5 Miles - Moderate
Two trails at the park allow biking and hiking:
Church Hollow Trail - 2 Miles - Difficult
3-C Trail - 1 Mile - Moderate
A portion of the Buckeye Trail which links the four corners of Ohio passes through the state forest. Bridle trails wind through the state forest.

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

More to Do
The restored Old Log Church, a replica of the oldest Presbyterian Church in the Northwest territory is available to view.
Playground for children
Additional basketball and horseshoe courts, along with a volleyball court and playground, are offered in day-use areas of the park