Stated at the Rocky Fork campground for the first time. Loved the park and sites. Only issue was that they don't use the check in station so you have to go to the camp store and exit your ride. I was traveling alone with a dog and they wouldn't allow a dog in the store so I had to tie my dog to a bench outside. Not a problem if I paid $10 for a fake service dog vest like others but honesty bit me here. Still a great park and a great site! read more

Great Lake! We stopped at this park to let the kids run around while on a drive. On one side of the lake they have a small beach area, story book trail and small playground. As we drove around the lake we saw a marina that was closed for the season. read more

While checking in to the campground we spotted a confederate flag (take that as you will but I see that flag as a sign of racism) the campground was not diverse. Also there was so many flys it was hard to enjoy our time there we tried to use vinegar and dish soap we also bought fly traps nothing seemed to help. I came home with over 10 bits using bug repellent! The shower area had no soap for hand washing for 2 days I was there.. I also heard ppl up partying and yelling well after quitting time! read more

Rocky Fork State Park is a staple for everyone in the Highland/Brown/Adams County area. It's hosts a large lake, the most decent one around. Big enough for several large pontoons, jon boats, skidoo's all at once. There's several coves all over and a dam for good fishing. The beach is well maintained and has an amazing kids play area. Way nicer than any of the parks in the big city (Cincinnati). Great job on the planning and executing! Super close to the beachy shore of the swim area. The beach itself has a decent amount of "seaweed" which really sucks; also very murky. I didn't love swimming here. Although we've enjoyed the park for years, we finally took part in the campground at site 57. It is one of a few non-electric sites. I really enjoyed this spot away from most people- I don't know if I'd like the campground if it wasn't for this little primitive loop (I just don't like camping right on top of other people). You do hear some traffic from the road and airport but it is extremely light. Overall, Rocky Fork is a beautiful spot for nature lovers and provides a lot to do. Highly recommend. read more

We popped over for a day visit as we were staying nearby at Pike Lake State Park. There was no one at the little campground entrance booth, so we headed over to the nice camp store, which was staffed by a very friendly and helpful individual. We ended up playing a round of mini golf (9 holes) for a nominal fee for adults and free for kids. It looks like they need a little bit of repair on some of the greens, but we had fun! There was a poor little killdeer nesting near one of the holes, and it had done such a great job at camouflaging that we totally missed it until it fluttered off chirping. There is a small playground nearby, and we could see a big section of campground alongside the lake. The spots looked pretty nice, and definitely had a great view! There is a shelterhouse with picnic tables nearby, and then a large hill, which is home to another neat playground with four tire swings and a very tall metal slide, with a view of the amphitheater. We drove over to the small gravel parking lot that gives easy access to the 1 mile Deer Loop Trail (one of two trails at the park - the other is a 1/3 mile to a bird observation area). The Deer Loop Trail provided some neat views - it goes up and down through a gorge area, and one section lets you look down at the wetland and all of its wildlife. There were plentiful wildflowers during this spring visit too. The park also offers two swimming beaches, boating, fishing, and disc golf, as well. read more

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No reason not to give this park 5 stars. It was clean and quite. But even camping during Covid is weird. The check in process was a little different than normal. I I have a complaint it would be the inability to find wi-fi, however the campground states it does have wi-fi. (Small thing to argue about when camping, lol) And I'm going that Covid has something to do with why couldn't find any garbage cans- so weird! As far as the campground, we will def. be back! Lots of full hook sites. LOVE that the shower houses are air conditioned. read more

Rocky Fork State Park - Hiking Near Me - Hillsboro, Ohio

I don't get it. Our spot is on the side of a hill. Family members had to sit on the hill side around the fire since they couldn't sit AROUND the fire. No shade. No tree. Small spot. I won't be back. So unimpressed. Who's brilliant idea was it to put the campfire against a hill? read more

Rocky Fork State Park - Hill by our fire. Can't put chairs on the side of a hill. - Hiking Near Me - Hillsboro, Ohio

We stayed at The Rocky Fork State Park Campground on a very hot and very busy weekend, and we were quite pleased with our stay. We were on a full hook up site, #22, with out 32' travel trailer and 2500 Ram pick-up, and the only complaint we had about the site was that there were numerous inconsiderate campers who thought it was OK to constantly cut through our site to get from one area to another. Our site was HUGE but had little shade, and the blacktop/concrete pad was spacious enough to fit our camper and truck. The campground was well maintained, and had some quirky "sideways" sites that you parked parallel to the road. Our site was a traditional back in. The camp store is nice, but was sparsely furnished. It appeared that they had sold out of many things and just decided not to re-order. Firewood from the camp store was reasonably priced, but I wouldn't buy it again. It was slab cut and didn't burn worth a crap. Fishing was fun at the campground docks and the "common" area across from the camp store. The shower houses were very nice, and they even have a putt-putt course on site. There are several restaurants, a dollar store, groceries, pharmacies, and a bait and tackle shop all within 10 minutes from the campground. Driving on North Shore Rd became a daily thing because it's the main route to get to everything. Along the road, we saw deer every day, and not just one...several at a time. On Friday night, we drove an hour to Chillicothe and watched the outdoor drama Tecumseh. It's a must-see event if you're in the area. All in all, we decided that we would definitely put Rocky Fork on our "yes" list for a return visit. read more

This is a very nice state park located near Hillsboro. It's exactly what you picture in your mind when you think of a state park, the views are amazing. They have nice parking and it is a great place to go walk. I highly recommend this place when in Hillsboro traveling or if you live here, read more