Lake Logan State Park

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Ohio

(740) 385-6842

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Overview

One of the best fishing lakes in Ohio awaits sportsmen in Hocking County at Lake Logan State Park. The lake sports northern pike, bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish and saugeye. Lake Logan is a day-use park that provides scenic picnic areas and secluded walking paths to enjoy the wooded beauty of Ohio's hill country. The forest surrounding Lake Logan is for the most part an oak-hickory association. White and black oak, tuliptree, shagbark and pignut hickory are the most dominant species. The forest floor is dotted with a variety of wildflowers such as fire pink, wintergreen, bluets and spring beauties. Ground cover plants include greenbriar, blueberry and numerous ferns and fungi. Lake Logan is home to the raccoon, opossum, skunk, red-backed salamander, gray squirrel, box turtle, white-tailed deer and wild turkey. Many birds frequent the area such as the turkey vulture, red-tailed hawk, barn owl, pileated woodpecker, Carolina chickadee, tufted titmouse, wood thrush and scarlet tanager. Various species of waterfowl can be viewed during migration.

Map of Lake Logan (OH)

Latitude, Longitude: 39.537623, -82.450753

Boating
Boats with motors up to 10 horsepower are permitted on the lake. A speed limit of 10 mph is enforced. Boat tie-ups can be rented at the park office. There are two launch ramps and boat tie-ups for picnicking fishermen conveniently located at four of the many picnic areas in the park. Boat docks are also available on a rental basis.
Auto/Motorcycle
Climb aboard an old-time passenger train for a leisurely ride through the beautiful hills of the Hocking Valley. Two train rides depart weekends, rain or shine from Nelsonville. The depot is located at U.S. Route 33 and Hocking Parkway Drive. This service is available from Memorial Day through October, on Saturday and Sunday only. Rockbridge State Nature Preserve, north on U.S. 33, contains one of the largest of Ohio's natural rock bridges. Conkle's Hollow State Nature Preserve, 10 miles south on State Route 374, is one of the most picturesque valleys in Hocking Hills. Sheer cliffs of Black Hand Sandstone rise nearly 200 feet above the valley floor. Numerous waterfalls, hemlocks, Canada yew and yellow birch are unique features of the preserve.
Fishing
The lake has abundant populations of bluegill, crappie, bass, muskie, catfish, northern pike and saugeye. A valid Ohio fishing license is required.
Hiking
Across Lake Logan Road from the beach, the one-mile Pine Vista Hiking Trail circles a hilltop, providing opportunities for nature study and wildlife observation. A 1.25 miles section of the Buckeye Trail runs through the northwest end of the park toward Hocking Hills State Forest. A half-mile loop hiking trail in the southwest area of the park winds through woodlands and lakeshore.
Hunting
Fox, squirrel, raccoon, rabbit, deer, waterfowl, turkey and ruffed grouse may be hunted in season. A valid Ohio hunting license is required.
Picnicking
There are six picnic areas with large parking lots around the lake. Most areas have drinking water, grills and restrooms available. The picnic areas on the northwest and south shores of the lake have boat tie-ups for fishermen. Fires are permitted in grills only.
Water Sports
A 527-foot public swimming beach is located on the north shore of the lake on Lake Logan Road (C.R. 3). Facilities include a concession area, drinking water, restrooms and change booths.
Winter Sports
Winter sports include sledding, ice skating, and ice fishing.