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    Portage Lakes

    Portage Lakes State Park, Portage Lakes, OhioLakeSwim at beach only

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    Portage Lakes has a public beach, and swimming is permitted at the beach area only.

    Water
    Lake
    Facilities
    Public beach
    Dogs
    Dogs must be leashed at all times in the park.
    Managed by
    Ohio Division of Parks and Watercraft

    Getting there

    Portage Lakes State Park is near Portage Lakes, Ohio.

    40.9756, -81.5394

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Swim at the beach area only.
    • Keep dogs leashed.
    • Do not bring alcohol.

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    Questions about Portage Lakes

    Can you swim at Portage Lakes?

    Yes, swimming is permitted at the public beach area. Swimming elsewhere in the park is not permitted.

    Are dogs allowed at Portage Lakes?

    Dogs must be leashed at all times in the park.

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