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Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park

Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park
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Location
Portage County, Ohio
Nearest town
4.3 miles northeast of Garrettsville
Type
State Park

About Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park

Sixty-foot rock ledges rise at angles throughout this 167-acre recreation area, with ground fissures cutting just as deep alongside them. Trails wind through the formations and connect to picnicking areas within the park. Access comes by way of State Route 282, linking to U.S. Route 422 and State Route 305.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.

Getting there

Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park is in Portage County, Ohio, 4.3 miles northeast of Garrettsville. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.