Rocky Fork State Park

06/08/2026

The Goodyear Blimp was spotted over Rocky Fork Lake!
🖼️: North Shore Beach
📸: Park guest Stacy Pennington

06/07/2026

Come learn about local reptiles with Josh Pennington from the ODNR next week at the Hillsboro Library!

06/07/2026

Hey parents! ☀️

If the kids are already looking for something to do this summer, here’s an easy win: have them jump into one of Ohio’s online boater education classes. It’s a simple way to learn the basics from home and get ready for relaxed weekends at the lake. 🚤💻

Get started here: https://ohiodnr.gov/discover-and-learn/education-training/boater-education-skills/1-meeting-boater-ed-requirements

06/07/2026

🦌 This is completely normal behavior for a deer fawn, and human intervention is unnecessary.

Fawns are born nearly scentless so predators cannot find them easily. They also have spots that serve as camouflage and are able to stand soon after being born, but as a protective tactic will remain hidden.
📷 Daryl Mummey

06/07/2026

06/05/2026

*Naturalist Programs
6/5- Morning Hike at 8am
6/6- Morning Hike at 8am 🌞
6/7- Intro to Kayaking at 8am 🛶 (Kayaking Preregister text/call 937 814 5812) ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult. No pets allowed. Weight limit 250lbs. Meet at the Welcome Center, bring drinking water and wear sunscreen and water shoes.
🍄‍🟫: Oyster mushrooms
📸: Naturalist Joshua Pennington

06/01/2026

🌟 2026 Free Fishing Days 🎣
📅 Save the Dates: On June 20 and 21, 2026, all Ohio residents are invited to experience Ohio’s fantastic public fishing opportunities without purchasing a license. All size and daily limits apply during these two days.

05/28/2026

*Naturalist Programs
5/29- Evening Hike at 7pm
5/30- Morning Hike at 8am 🌞
5/30- Evening Hike at 7pm
5/31- Evening Hike at 7pm
🐍:Northern Watersnake (non-venomous)
📸: Park guest Kathy Ball

05/21/2026

Due to the weather forecast for Friday, the ribbon‑cutting ceremony for the new boat ramp has been canceled. We appreciate everyone’s interest and understanding.

Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Ohio State Parks

05/21/2026

*Naturalist Programs
5/22- Evening Hike at 7pm
5/23- Morning Hike at 8am
5/23- Evening Hike at 7pm
5/24- Evening Hike at 7pm
Meet at the Welcome Center located at the Campground entrance for Naturalist programs.
🖼️: Double rainbow
📸: Naturalist Joshua Pennington