Dillon State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Located in Muskingum County, Dillon State Park is situated in an area of diverse and interesting natural features. The landscape consists of a hardwood forest and some of the most magnificent wildlife, including wild turkey, white-tailed deer, bald eagles, and many waterfowl species. This picturesque setting allows for outdoor adventures that include nature observation or boating in the quiet coves and inlets. The 2,285-acre park allows hunting in designated areas, and an archery range is located at the Sled Hill parking lot with up to 40-yard targets. All hunters must obtain an Ohio hunting license. The cities nearest Dillon State Park are Nashport, Zanesville, and Dresden.
Spring 31-73 F
Summer 59-84 F
Fall 34-76 F
Winter 20-41 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Dillon State Park
State Parks and their campgrounds are great places to visit during any time of the year, and with an RV, you'll have the ideal comfortable home-base setup. If you're looking to rent an RV for your trip, consider renting one from RVshare, where you can choose the size that suits your family's requirements.
LA-Z Acres Campground
LA-Z Acres Campground is nestled in the scenic hills of eastern Ohio near Zanesville and just minutes from Route 16. Campers of all ages can enjoy camp activities like fishing, horseshoes, cornhole and live concerts. There are also restaurant options and a general store on-site.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Shower and restroom facilities, swimming pool and a basketball court
Friendly Hills Camp
Friendly Hills Camp features 24 sites that accommodate fifth wheels, small toy haulers and large RVs. The camp offers various opportunities for exploration, recreational activities and easy access to the Muskingum River. RV rates start at $30 per night.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Swimming pool, hot showers and restrooms
National Road Campground
National Road Campground offers a calm, relaxing atmosphere with two gorgeous ponds stocked with various fish. Located less than one mile off I-70 and within two miles of Zanesville, the campground offers wildlife observation, nature walks and fishing opportunities.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Satellite TV, cornhole, restrooms and showers
What to Do at
Dillon State Park
Inside Dillon State Park
You can enjoy a day in the sun at the 1,360-foot swimming beach located near the park office. Launch your boat into the 1,560-acre lake and try your luck at catching largemouth bass, saugeye, catfish, bluegill or hybrid-striped bass. You can also go canoeing, kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding at the lake; rental opportunities for these recreational boats are available at the camp store. Seven nature trails navigate through the park, presenting a wide range of scenic landscapes for hiking, biking or horseback riding. Other activities you can pursue inside Dillon State Park are disk golf, picnicking, tennis and volleyball. In the winter, you can go sledding near the archery range.
Outside Dillon State Park
The surrounding area just outside of Dillon State Park features various restaurants and shopping opportunities for the whole family. There's also an abundance of attractions and entertainment options. From museums and historical art galleries to beautiful gardens, a movie theatre and more, you'll never run out of things to do.
Restaurants
Bill's Real Pit
Located five miles north of Zanesville on State Route-60, Bill's Real Pit specializes in slow-cooked meats with homemade sides to order. They offer various dessert options, including ice cream, homemade apple pie and root beer floats.
Type: Barbecue
Location: 5945 Frazeysberg Road, Nashport, OH 43830
The Warehouse Restaurant
Gaze upon the rustic historical décor in the dining room of The Warehouse Restaurant while eating your delicious meal, or enjoy a few drinks by the fireside on the beautifully lit patio. Be sure to try their legendary onion rings.
Type: Italian
Location: 18 East-West 9th Street, Dresden, OH 43821
Mizu Sushi and Grill
Watch the chef prepare a delicious Hibachi dinner that includes fried rice, vegetables, salad, soup, and your choice of meat. Mizu Sushi and Grill also prepares appetizers, entrees, and sushi.
Type: Japanese
Location: 3517 Maple Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701
Bogey's Tavern
Located north of Zanesville, Ohio, Bogey's Tavern provides a relaxed atmosphere where you can get comfort foods and a beer. Weekly lunch specials are also offered at this bar and grill.
Type: Bar
Location: 5845 Frazeysburg Road, Nashport, OH 43830
The Clover Key Restaurant
The Clover Key Restaurant prepares your food as you order, delivering fresh delicious food every time. From roast beef sandwiches and steak burgers to a shrimp basket, there are plenty of options. Healthy salad choices are also offered at this restaurant.
Type: American
Location: 6005 Newark Road, Nashport, OH 43830
Shopping
Kroger
Kroger is a grocery store near Dillon State Park, making it the ideal place to get your extra dinner items or restock your RV refrigerator.
Location: 3387 Maple Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701
Dollar General
Pick up your personal care supplies, cleaning materials, and seasonable items at the local Dollar General. Frozen foods, milk, baby supplies, and beverages are also obtainable at this discount store.
Location: 6412 Frazeysburg Road, Nashport, OH 43830
Colony Square Mall
Colony Square Mall offers a wide variety of retail stores, a pharmacy, and restaurants. Take a break from shopping and watch the latest motion pictures at the mall's movie theatre.
Location: 3575 Maple Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701
Casa Bella Ornamental Iron
Boutique handbags, specialty clothing, jewelry, and accessories are just a few items available at the Casa Bella Ornamental Iron.
Location: 3575 Maple Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701
Sunrise Shopping Center
Get your retail fix at Sunrise Shopping Center. With the vast amount of available stores, you're sure to find something you need or want at this shopping center.
Location: 80 Sunrise Center Drive, Zanesville, OH 43701
Sightseeing
Zanesville Museum of Art
Zanesville Museum of Art was originally established in 1936 as the Zanesville Art Institute by Edward Myers and his wife. In 1975, the institute relocated to where it stands today. Take a tour to view African, American, Asian and European art, or you can check out the pottery gallery.
Location: 620 Military Road, Zanesville, OH 43701
Mission Oaks Gardens
Mission Oaks Gardens is spread across 7 acres of land with hundreds of rare and unusual plants like magnolias, azaleas, conifers, and rhododendrons. This beautiful urban garden also features perennials, wildflowers, and annuals all year round. Nearly two of its acres display well over 300 trees representing more than 90 species.
Location: 424 Hunter Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701
Alan Cottrill Sculpture Studio
Alan Cottrill is one of the finest figurative sculptors in the world, and he approaches his work with determination and passion. Alan Cottrill Sculpture Studio features a wide range of works by Edison, Owens, Woody Hayes, and other historical figures. Military figures are also showcased throughout the grounds of the studio with historical insights of their service. Other sculptures showcased are coal miners, animals, and various portraits.
Location: 110 South 6th Street, Zanesville, OH 43701
Yan Sun Art Museum & Gallery
Yan Sun Art Museum & Gallery houses exhibitions, lectures, culture displays, and various permanent collections. The museum facilitates art and culture programs and supports talented artists from both non-Western and Western cultures. Yan Sun offers fascinating paintings covering marine subjects, a ballet theme, animals, landscapes of nature, and spiritual culture.
Location: 604 Main Street, Zanesville, OH 43701
Wildzipline Safari
Enjoy an experience you'll never forget at Wildzipline Safari, which offers an hour-and-a-half tour with five zip lines overlooking the animal pasture. Two professionally trained guides lead the tours, so you're sure to be in good hands. The safari tour provides various expeditions that overlook different endangered animals and feature a total of 10 zip lines. The rates start at $59, but discounts for lodging guests, wild members, and active military personnel are available.
Location: 14000 International Road, Cumberland, OH 43732
How to Get to
Dillon State Park
If you're traveling from Nashport, Ohio, then you'll need to head south on Meadow Drive, toward Carl Drive. Turn left onto OH-146 East and drive for about five miles. Turn right onto Clay Littick Drive and follow it for 0.6 miles. Continue onto Dillon Hills Drive and follow signs to Dillon State Park.
Entering Dillon State Park
Dillon State Park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Dillon State Park Per vehicle (1-4 adults) : $0.0
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dillon State Park
The Dillon State Park Campground features 195 RV campsites. Among these sites, there are options with full hookups as well as some with only electricity. The campground also boasts a dump station, a laundromat, showers, and flush toilets.
Generally, Dillon State Park has a moderate climate. The winters range from 20 to 40 degrees with sporadic snowfall, and the summer temperatures typically stay below 85. The area also sees occasional rainfall throughout the year.
If you want the most pleasant conditions for activities like hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and paddling, your best bet is to visit the park between June and September. The weather throughout summer should be comfortably warm.
Provided that they remain leashed at all times, pets are allowed on the hiking trails and in the campgrounds at Dillon State Park. However, they are not permitted in the water or inside any buildings.
Dillon State Park is home to a variety of interesting creatures. While exploring the park, you may spot species such as cottontail rabbits, white-tailed deer, gray and fox squirrels, woodchucks, raccoons, and ruffed grouses.