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Lake Hope State Park Boat Ramp

Lake Hope State Park Boat Ramp is located on the south shore of the 120-acre lake off State Route 278, east of the dam, with a level parking area and a single boat ramp that can be slippery when wet.

The ramp provides free access for hand-powered and electric motor-only boats, with boat rentals (canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and pontoons) available at the nearby Lake Hope Boathouse during spring, summer, and fall.

Additional amenities include a 600-foot swimming beach with restrooms and concessions nearby, picnic areas, and ample parking throughout the park.


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