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7317 Warner-Huffer Road
Circleville, Ohio 43143
Phone: 740 869-3124
Toll Free: 866 644-6727
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The rolling woodlands and quiet waters of A.W. Marion State Park offer visitors a welcome escape from the rigors of everyday life. This small but unique park offers a variety of recreational activities while maintaining a quiet atmosphere of natural serenity.
Camping::: A wooded camp area with 58 sites offers tent and trailer camping from late March through early November. Twenty-nine sites have electricity. A youth camp is also available by reservation for organized groups. Pit latrines and drinking water are available.
Boating::: Hargus Lake provides 145 acres of water, boat launching ramps and public docks. Rentals are available from the concession on the northwest side of the lake. Electric motors only are permitted.
Fishing and Hunting::: In the late 1980s, Hargus Lake was drained, habitat improvements were made and it was restocked with largemouth bass, muskellunge, bluegill and channel catfish. Anglers can now enjoy some of central Ohio's finest fishing. A valid Ohio fishing license is required.
In the fall, the mature woodlands offer excellent squirrel hunting in designated areas. A valid Ohio hunting license is required.
Trails::: The Hargus Lake Trail offers five miles of scenic pleasure, providing access to the entire shoreline of the lake. Beginning at the campground, the Squawroot Nature Trail offers the hiking enthusiast one mile of scenic terrain. The trail is self-guided with directional signs and takes visitors to fourteen points of interest. These scenic trails are open for year-round use.
Picnicking::: Picnic tables and grill sites are located in scenic areas throughout the park. A shelterhouse is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A concession stand offers limited picnic supplies. Fires are permitted only in the grills provided.
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Activities, Pull-Thru Sites, Hot Showers, Bicycling, Fishing, Playground, Waterfront, Hiking
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Limitless opportunities abound within a short distance of the park. A monument marking the location of the Logan Elm, where Chief Logan delivered his eloquent speech can be reached south of Circleville, one mile east of U.S. 23 on State Route 361. Two state nature preserves operated by the ODNR Division of Natural Areas and Preserves are located near the park: Shallenberger Preserve, east of the park off State Route 22, and Stage's Pond, north of the park on Haggerty Road. Deer Creek State Park is also located in Pickaway County and offers camping, fishing, boating and picnicking.
Near Marcy, Ohio, off State Route 674, visitors can catch a glimpse of 1880 farm life by traveling to Slate Run Living Historical Farm. Horse-drawn machinery, woodstove cooking, canning and milking are a few of the activities that can be enjoyed.
Traveling south on State Route 159, one can witness the life story of the great Shawnee Chief, Tecumseh. This outdoor drama is enacted from Memorial Day to Labor Day at the Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheater.
Adena State Memorial, the restored home of Thomas Worthington is one of The Ohio Historical Society's premier sites. It includes Worthington's newly-restored 1807 mansion and a 13,000 square foot Museum/Visitor Center.
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From Cleveland, Ohio:: I-71 South, 270 East around Columbus, 23 South to Circleville, State Route 22 East 4 miles, follow signs.
From Columbus, Ohio:: State Route 23 South to Circleville, State Route 22 East 4 miles, follow signs.
From Cincinnati, Ohio:: North on I-71 to State Route 35, East on 35 past Washington Courthouse, North on 138 to State Route 22 East, then go 4 miles past Circleville.
From Toledo, Ohio:: I-75 to Findley, Route 68 to Kenton, Route 31 to Marysville, 33 South to I-270 East, I-270 to 33 South to Lancaster then 188 South to A.W. Marion.
From Circleville, Ohio:: State Route 22 East 4 miles, turn left on Bolander-Pontious Rd for day use, left on Ringold for camping.
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