State: Ohio
Address 1: 4119 State Route 95
City: Mt. Gilead
Zip: 43338
Phone: 419-946-1961
Open: Open all year
Open all Year: Yes
Number of Sites: 63
Electric: 59
Camp URL: http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/parks/parks/mtgilead/tabid/772/Default.aspx
Full Hook: Yes
Mt. Gilead State Park is a quiet, small park centrally located in the state of Ohio. Picnicking, fishing and hiking can be enjoyed year-round at this beautiful location
Camping
59 electric sites
Facilities include fire rings, picnic tables, waste-water drains and latrines
4 primitive campsites are also available on a “first come, first served basis”
Pet camping is permitted on designated sites
Camp store offers supplies, food and convenience items, and loans games and sporting equipment to registered campers
Playground for youngsters
Getaway Rentals
2 deluxe Camper Cabins, tucked in a quiet corner of the campground, are available May 20 thru early October
Each cabin sleeps up to 4 adults on twin-size bunks
Amenities include indoor electric outlets, a table and chairs, A/C, heater, ceiling fan, microwave, refrigerator, and outside fire ring
Cooler, broom and dust pan are also provided
Linens, dishes, etc. are not provided
Fishing
The two small lakes at Mt. Gilead offer good catches of bass, bluegill and other panfish
Valid Ohio fishing license is required
Boating
Mt. Gilead allows boating with canoes, rowboats and boats with electric motors only.
1 Launch ramp provides access to the lake
Picnicking
5 picnic areas are located in the park 3 on the south side of the park and 2 at the entrance off Route 42.
3 picnic shelters are available for reservation online or by calling 866-644-6727
Trails
7 bridle trails that also allow hiking or running
More To Do
Double volleyball court, horseshoe pits and playground may be enjoyed by visitors in day-use areas of the park
The park hosts special events year-round and provides summer nature programs
200-seat amphitheater may be rented for a variety of outdoor functions
Picturesque gazebo may also be rented for special occasions
