Free Camping Collection
Established Camping
Zaleski State Forest
About
State Park
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
This is our go-to when we just need to go.
We have hiked in and hammock camped at Zaleski a handful of times. Twice it rained so much some of the trails were uncrossable but even then we still enjoyed ourselves. The is one spot about 3 miles in that is pretty far off trail, flat and on top of a hill. It's where we usually start our trip.
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When it rains go hiking
Visited Zaleski in the spring and encountered some muddy hills to climb up and down. Camp sites were further than expected as you would see a sign indicating camp areas. It took some adjusting, several forms of maps and learning curve of what they indicated, where and how they correlated to the trail. Not a simple just backpack and you'll get there, but really looking at your map and compass or if you're lucky all trails app if you have phone signal. Plenty of trees, flowers and nature to enjoy. If recent rainfall in the area be mindful of the mud. Beautiful trail And well worth the challenge here in Ohio.
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Overall, good backpacking loop
Backpacked there for 3 days/2 nights. Good trail and campsites had water, but it can get a little humid and buggy there.
Location
Zaleski State Forest is located in Ohio
Coordinates
39.25666033 N
82.34604 W