Can you reserve a site at Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters?

Yes, Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters, Ohio — 2 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Both picnic shelters at Dam Site Recreation Area make for a pleasant getaway at Delaware Lake.

Shady Ridge Shelter is nestled under elms atop a grassy ridge, providing privacy from surrounding areas, while Elm Grove Shelter is cradled between rows of trees just 50 ft. from the parking area.

Recreation

Pack a picnic or fire up the grill with friends and family. Anglers might want to bring their rods and take advantage of excellent fishing opportunities on the river below the dam.

In addition, the Division of Wildlife stocks fishing ponds in the 4,670-acre wildlife area adjacent to Delaware State Park.

Facilities

Both picnic shelters provide water and electric hookups, playgrounds, a volleyball court and easy access to restrooms. An open grassy space is ideal for field sports like soccer.

Shady Ridge provides more privacy, while Elm Grove boasts a textured patio with pedestal tables and a group grill.

Natural Features

Both reservable shelters are near the dam on Delaware Lake in central Ohio. The lake is hugged by forests, which provide a habitat for groundhogs, pheasants and white-tailed deer.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (740) 363-4011.

Nearby Attractions

Delaware State Park is just over a mile from the picnic shelters and offers lots of activities, from jet skiing to disc golf.

A series of low-intensity hiking trails, ranging from .25 miles to 1.6 miles, traverse the area and connect with the lakeshore.

The facts

2 bookable sites
2 sites for day use only
Up to 120 people per site
Loops: Shelters

Site types

2 Group Shelter Electric

Amenities

Electric hookups
Picnic tables
Grills

Not recorded upstream: water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, shade, pets allowed.

Book on Recreation.gov

2 campsites at Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters

Check-in 6:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
Elm Grove	Shelters	Group Shelter Electric	—	—	—	120
Shady Ridge	Shelters	Group Shelter Electric	—	—	—	100

Getting there

From Delaware, Ohio, head north on US 23 N for 5.4 miles (just beyond Railroad Underpass). Turn right at Delaware Lake Sign.

40.35861, -83.06917 · 40°21'31.0"N 83°4'9.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	2.6	2.0	2.7	3.6	4.1	4.8	4.0	3.6	3.5	2.8	3.0	2.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Fees and stay limits

Shelter rental fees are $40 per day for Monday through Friday (non-holiday) $80 per day Saturday and Sunday and $80 per day for holidays

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters

Can you reserve a site at Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters?: Yes, Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters have?: 2 sites.
Does Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters have hookups?: Electric.

Camping near Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters

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Deer Creek Lake Day Use 51.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Dillon Lake Group Picnic Shelter 58.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art and Technology 41.1 mi · Facility

Contact

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-18.

Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters