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Barkcamp

65330 Barkcamp Road

Belmont, OH 43718

(740) 484-4064

1-866-644-6727 for camping and getaway rental reservations

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Location & description

Belmont County's rugged hills provide the backdrop for picturesque Barkcamp State Park. In addition to fine recreational facilities, visitors will enjoy the mature woodlands, open meadows, scenic lake and abundant wildlife of this secluded park.

Camping

Barkcamp offers 125 electrified campsites

Campground has hot showers, tables, firerings, two wheelchair accessible sites, dump station

25-site horseman's camp has electrical hookups, a horse washing station, accessible mountin ramp

Three Rent-A-Camp units consist of a tent, dining canopy, cooler, cookstove, and other equipment

Two deluxe Camper Cabins offer bunks plus a mircowave, refrigerator, two-burner stove and ceiling fan

Pet camping is permitted on designated site

Boating

Boats with electric motors only are permitted.

A launch ramp provides access to the lake and seasonal tie-ups are available

Fishing & hunting

Hunting is permitted in designated areas.

Fish species include lbass, blue gill, crappie and trout.

Valid Ohio fishing and/or hunting license is required.

Picnic areas:

Seven areas available with tables, grills, water and latrines.

Shelters available on first-come, first-serve basis.

Trails

The Lakeview Trail, Woodchuck Nature Trail, Hawthorn Trail and Hawk Trail are available

Barkcamp's bridle trail meanders along the entire lakeshore

A special paved trail winds through the pioneer village

Swimming

A 700-foot beach provides enjoyment for swimmers and sunbathers.

More to do

Campground has volleyball and basketball courts, horseshoe pits

A playground is also located at the campground

The camp office loans games and sporting equipment to registered campers

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