Quail Hollow State Park
Quail Hollow State Park covers a total area of 701 acres of land and three acres of water in Stark County, Ohio. The park is right between Akron City and Canton City, which are in the east-central part of Ohio. The exact address of the park is 13480 Congress Lake Avenue, Hartville, Ohio 44632.
The land where the park sits was previously owned by Conrad Brumbaugh who built his first home in the area where the parkland is situated. The area was later on used as a hunting camp and eventually became a public park in 1975. One of the special features at the park today is the preserved 1920s home of railroad entrepreneur, H.B. Stewart. The home is a large 40-room manor house that includes a large house yard area.
The topography of the Quail Hollow State Park mainly consists of rich agricultural land that is mainly flat but is interspersed with a few hills that are remnants of the last ice age. The land also has a large bog area that is the ideal habitat for diverse wildlife including chorus and green frogs, bluegill, red foxes, white-tailed deer, garter snakes, wild turkey, raccoons, and spring peepers.
Besides the historical interest and the natural splendor that the park attracts, Quail Hollow State Park is also popular for the following recreational activities. Mountain biking, ice skating, hiking, cross-country skiing, sledding, nature programs, and camping. Amenities at the park to facilitate these activities include a playground, herb garden, group camp, nature viewing site, picnic areas, several trails including an interpretive trail, ski rentals, visitor center, and volleyball court.
Like all other Ohio state parks, dogs are allowed into the park at no extra cost. If you bring your dog into the park, you are expected to observe state park rules that include the following. Your dog must be on a leash no longer than six feet long. You must prevent your dog from going into areas that are not designated as being pet-friendly. Furthermore, you should be aware that only two pets/dogs are allowed per campsite.
