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Copies are also available at the Corps of Engineers Visitor Center and the East Fork State Park office. Fishing and hunting maps are available from the Ohio DNR Division of Wildlife.
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Sunday hunting is not permitted on park administered land.Įast Fork State Wildlife Area and the open water area of the lake are open to hunting during legal times and dates, including Sundays.Īll Ohio DNR fishing and hunting regulations apply. Most of the area is managed by the Division of Parks and Recreation. Hunters need to be aware of the various restrictions. Anglers may fish anywhere along the lake shoreline except boat docks and ramps, and immediately below the Control Tower.Īpproximately 5,000 acres of public land is open to hunting at William H. Fly fishing has also become popular in the river downstream from the dam. Crappie, bass, bluegill and channel catfish can be caught in the lake and tailwater. Harsha Lake offer innumerable opportunities to catch the "Big One." Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife stocks the lake with hybrid striped bass and walleye, providing the angler with two of the most thrilling game fishes found in inland waters. You will also find a playground at the Williamsburg Community Park and within the East Fork Campground in Loop C. It is located near picnic sites, a reservable picnic shelter and fishing access. It includes tables and a grill, and is shaded most of the time.Ĭhildren will enjoy the playground equipment recently added to the Tailwater Recreation Area. The Elk Lick Indian Mound can also be found at this site.Īpple Blossom Meadow – This area is located on Park Road # 1. Indian Mound – Located on Park Road # 2 across from Park Road # 3, this area has a shelter that is available on a first-come, first-serve basis and several picnic sites. Matt Maupin Pavillion - Located at the Main Beach, this large shelter has a sweeping view of the lake and is open to picknicking on a first-come, first serve basis at this time.īeech Grove – Located just above the Beach on Park Road # 2, this site offers tables and a grill, and is shaded most of the day. A picnic shelter with eight tables and two grills may be reserved.Ĭorps Boat Ramp – This cozy site offers five tables with grills and is popular with boaters and anglers. Tailwater Recreation Area – This area offers fourteen picnic tables with grills that are always available on a first come, first serve basis. Campsites are now reserveable by calling 1 (866) 644-6727 or at Ohio State Parks.įour primitive campsites are available to backpackers who register to hike the Steve Newman World Walker Perimeter Trail or the Backpack Trail. The campground also offers two walking trails, a beach and boat ramp exclusively for registered campers. Seventeen sites are designated for campers with horses. The campground offers four cedar cabins and four camper cabins. Each site includes 30 or 50 amp electric hook up, a paved pad, a picnic table and a campfire grill. Several full-hook up sites are also available.
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Check the Events Page for dates.Įast Fork State Park operates a 416-site class A campground located off SR 32 at the Half Acre Road exit. The Corps and Northshore Boat Ramps may be closed and access to the west bay may be restricted during special events such as rowing regattas. Boat ramps are normally available year-round except during construction activity or times of high water or other unsafe conditions, such as ice-covered ramps. No fees are charged to launch your boat at William H. Boats are not permitted in the area adjacent to the dam and control tower. No-wake zones are also marked in narrow channels and around launch ramps. A no-wake zone extends 300 feet from shore around the entire lake. Six launch ramps, including one for registered campers only, offer easy access to any area of the lake.Īll Ohio DNR Division of Watercraft regulations apply. Harsha Lake offers 2,160 water acres for boating enthusiasts of all types. If any of these scenarios sound appealing, plan a visit to Harsha Lake today. Enter a quiet cove to cast a line and catch bass, bluegill or crappie, or glide slowly past an ever-changing shoreline with the only sounds of canoe or kayak paddles dipping into the water. Imagine racing across a beautiful lake in a powerboat or jet ski, sending a plume of white spray behind or sailing under clear skies with a steady wind and strong sails.