Natural swimming hole
Rocky Fork State Park
Lake · Ohio
About this swimming hole
Rocky Fork State Park has two large public beaches, North and South, totaling about 800 feet of swimming on 2,080-acre Rocky Fork Lake. Both have changing booths and bathhouses; the North Beach has a snack bar and the South Beach has an 18-hole disc golf course. A separate boat swim area serves boaters.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | mid 70s in summer |
| Depth | 2,080-acre lake |
| Best season | June-August |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | daylight hours only |
| Parking | state park lots; park office at 9800 North Shore Dr |
| Amenities | swim beaches, bathhouses, snack bar, disc golf, marina, boat rentals, trails, campground |
| County | Highland County |
| Nearest town | Hillsboro |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; daylight hours only; unlimited-horsepower boat traffic |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Rocky Fork State Park?
Yes — Rocky Fork State Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Ohio. Reported water temperature: mid 70s in summer. Heads-up: no lifeguard; daylight hours only; unlimited-horsepower boat traffic. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Rocky Fork State Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Rocky Fork State Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Rocky Fork State Park?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Rocky Fork State Park?
The best season is typically June-August.