OutReserve

Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters

Downstream of Delaware Dam
Delaware Lake Little Kid Playground
Recreation area bathgrooms
shelter is located closest to parking area
Delaware Lake Big Kid Playground

About Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters

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.

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2026 (Current year)

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Reviews (12)

What Guests Are Saying

Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters is a lovely location for family gatherings, with the elm grove shelter house being a favorite for many years. The facility offers convenient amenities like nearby bathrooms, playgrounds, and trails, making it ideal for family reunions. Overall, it provides a perfect setting for relaxation and enjoyment.

Review Summary

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Angela R

September 15, 2025

5

Lovely spot

Dwight G

August 18, 2025

5

Great shelter House.

Amanda R

August 9, 2025

5

Great time for our annual Family Reunion

Denise T

August 3, 2025

4

We have enjoyed the elm grove shelter house for many years. It’s the perfect spot for our young family members

Amanda R

August 10, 2024

5

Our yearly Family Reunion was wonderful. Shelter house at the Dam with bathrooms close by and playgrounds and trails are perfect for a relaxing time with family.

Loni L

September 26, 2023

5

This was the perfect place for our get together. There were lots of picnic table seating, electric at the shelter for us to plug in our crock pots, bathrooms are close, and lots of things for the kids to do nearby. Very pleased with our experience and will be renting here again.

Manohar B

August 29, 2023

4

Pleasant park and shelter to have picnic.

Manohar B

August 29, 2023

4

Pleasant park and shelter to have picnic.

Yolanda A

August 22, 2023

5

Our experience was great! More than enough trash cans and the amenities were located very close to the pavilion. The family loved the location of the pavilion being right off the highway. 5 ⭐!!

Marianne S

June 2, 2023

2

Unfortunately we discovered that the park trash cans were beyond full, and the ladies room had no toilet paper and was very unclean.
There wasn't enough parking for our guests who didn't arrive prior to 2pm.

Location Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters

Address:
3920 Us 23 N
Delaware, OH, 43015
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 40.3586 / -83.0692

Elevation: 267 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

No alcohol allowed

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Day-use area only; no overnight camping

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Shelter reservation does not reserve parking area, playground or open space

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No off-road vehicles allowed

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Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

General

Leashed pets allowed

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