The Little-Known Beach In Ohio With Clear Waters That Rival The Caribbean

Clay's Park Resort in North Lawrence, Ohio, offers a unique family-friendly destination with a water park, RV resort, and various camping options.

All across the state, you’ll find little-known swimming spots including beaches in Ohio that are perfect on a hot summer day when your local city pool is too crowded.

When you’re looking for something a little more adventurous when it comes to swimming, there’s a pretty epic beach and water park in North Lawerence, Ohio you should check out—because it’s so much more than your average swimming spot. Clay’s Park Resort is one of the best beaches in Ohio and is a one-of-a-kind family fun destination that belongs at the top of your summer bucket list.

With an adventure water park, RV resort, and campground, Clay's Park Resort is the perfect place to spend a summer weekend.

Address: 13190 Patterson Street Northwest, North Lawrence, OH, 44666

The 10-acre swimming lake features a sandy kid’s beach, dual 150-ft. long water slides, inflatables, dual zip lines, a challenge course, barrel roll, and more.

Unlimited water park admission is included with camping, however daily and seasonal water park passes are also available.

The water park is open daily from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. Hours of operation vary depending on whether it is peak or off-peak season.

Please note: The water park will be closed to the public during Country Fest.

In addition to unlimited use of the swimming area obstacles, water park admission includes unlimited use of kayaks, canoes, white sand volleyball, basketball, miniature golf, and more.

Please note: Life vests are required for all guests except in the "Chill Zone" and complimentary life vests are available.

Several camping options are available at Clay's Park Resort. Cabin rentals, RV camping, tent camping, and even cabanas (pictured) are available for "glamping."

Get a detailed look at all the Clay’s Park Resort has to offer:

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Have you ever been to this beach before?  Do you go to any other beaches in Ohio? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

For more fun places to swim check out these other swimming spots and Ohio beaches.

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