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Lake Logan

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 isa day-use park that provides scenic picnic areas and secluded walking paths to enjoy the wooded beauty of Ohio's hill country.

Lake Logan Winter Pier Photo
© Bud Schrader Photography
Lake Logan Winter Pier - I didn't get out of the van for this, either. I don't think it was THAT cold.

Lake Logan was developed in 1955 for recreational purposes. The area was administered by the ODNR Division of Wildlife until 1964, when jurisdiction was transferred to the Division of Parks and Recreation. Originally known as Hocking Lake, it was re-named Lake Logan to reflect the Indian heritage of the area and to avoid confusion with nearby Hocking Hills State Park and Forest.

Egret At Lake Logan Photo
© Bud Schrader Photography
Egret At Lake Logan - These beautiful birds show up at Lake Logan every once in a while, and I felt fortunate to show up at the same time. It was early morning and the water was calm. I love reflections!

The forest surrounding Lake Logan is for the most part an oak-hickory association. White and black oak, tulip tree, 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.


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Beginners Kayaking
Thu Jun 27

Join our naturalists to learn the basics of kayaking and paddle around Lake Logan. Bring sunscreen and water to drink. All equipment is provided. Meet the naturalist at the Lake Logan beach parking lot, by the kayak and boat ramp. Call (740)279-4927 or visit the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center to sign up.

Location: Lake Logan Beach Parking Lot Kayak and Boat Launch

Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Cost: Free

Interest Tags: Outdoor Activity, Family Oriented, Wildlife,
Beginners Paddleboarding
Thu Jul 18

Join the naturalist to learn the basics of paddle boarding and paddle around Lake Logan. Bring Sunscreen and water to drink if you wish. All equipment is provided. Meet the naturalist at Lake Logan Beach Parking Lot at the Kayak and Boat Launch. Call (740) 279-4927 or visit the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center to sign up.

Location: Lake Logan Beach Parking Lot Kayak and Boat Launch

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Cost: Free

Phone: 740-279-4927

Interest Tags: Outdoor Activity, Family Oriented, Wildlife,
Beginners Paddleboarding
Thu Aug 8

Join the naturalist to learn the basics of paddle boarding and paddle around Lake Logan. Bring Sunscreen and water to drink if you wish. All equipment is provided. Meet the naturalist at Lake Logan Beach Parking Lot at the Kayak and Boat Launch. Call (740) 279-4927 or visit the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center to sign up.

Location: Lake Logan Beach Parking Lot Kayak and Boat Launch

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Cost: Free

Phone: 740-279-4927

Interest Tags: Outdoor Activity, Family Oriented, Wildlife,
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