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. Pack a picnic or fire up the grill with friends and family. Anglers might want to bring their rods and take advantage of excellent fishing opportunities on the river below the dam. In addition, the Division of Wildlife stocks fishing ponds in the 4,670-acre wildlife area adjacent to Delaware State Park. Both picnic shelters provide water and electric hookups, playgrounds, a volleyball court and easy access to restrooms. An open grassy space is ideal for field sports like soccer. Shady Ridge provides more privacy, while Elm Grove boasts a textured patio with pedestal tables and a group grill. Both…
- Fees: Shelter rental fees are $40 per day for Monday through Friday (non-holiday) $80 per day Saturday and Sunday and $80 per day for holidays
- Managed by: Delaware Lake, USACE
- Where: 4 mi southeast of Radnor, OH · 40.35861, -83.06917
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Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: May–Oct (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Dec–Mar.
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Class 5 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Dump station: 2.7 mi
Water fill-up: 2.3 mi
Propane: 21.2 mi
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