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

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Playground 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.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Birding

Birding

Year-round
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 1 to Sep 27

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Playground Playground
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Reviews (27)

What Guests Are Saying

The Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters consistently receive praise for their cleanliness and spaciousness, making them ideal for events like birthday parties and family reunions. Reviewers appreciate the great grill location and nearby park with walking trails. Overall, it’s a lovely spot that has been enjoyed by families for years.

Review Summary

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 9, 2025

5

Great time for our annual Family Reunion

Amanda R

August 9, 2025

5

Great time for our annual Family Reunion

Location Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters

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

Highway access

Delaware Lake Damsite Shelters is accessible via US Highway 23, located directly to the east of the campground.

Elevation: 267 feet

Distance to downtown

4.7 mi drive to downtown Delaware (about 10 min)

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Safety & rules

  • Alcohol is prohibited on the premises.

Site capacity

  • This area is for day-use only; overnight camping is not allowed.

Vehicles & parking

  • Reserving a shelter does not include parking, playground, or open space.
  • Off-road vehicles are not permitted on the premises.

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood to prevent pests; buy locally and burn on-site.

Pets

  • Pets are allowed if kept on a leash.

Nearby Campgrounds

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Last updated: August 23, 2026

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