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Rule 1501:46-2-01 | Collection of fees.
The chief of the division or the chief's authorized agent shall collect fees or rent from every person prior to allowing use of any facility operated or maintained on the lands or waters under the administration of the division when such rent or fee is provided for by these rules. The provisions of this rule requiring payment prior to use of the facility may be waived by the chief of the division. Last updated July 16, 2021 at 9:27 AM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-02 | Use of facilities fees.
No person shall, on any of the lands or waters under the administration of the division, use or occupy facilities or equipment privileges for the use or occupation of which a fee or other charge has been established prior to remitting payment of such fee or charge. At the discretion of the chief this rule may be waived for state officers and employees or persons on official business of the division, for state promotional purposes or for division programs. Last updated July 16, 2021 at 9:27 AM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-03 | Heavy equipment fees.
(A) Upon a finding that it will be for the best interests of the division, the chief may make available for dredging programs on state waters, or along the Muskingum river certain heavy equipment owned by the state of Ohio and utilized by the division in maintenance of the rivers, lakes, and lake channels, and qualified operators of such equipment who are employed by or are agents of the division. The fees charged for this service are as follows:
(B) These fees do not include cost of fuel and operator. Costs incurred in fuel and operator are to be paid by the lessee. No person is permitted to operate equipment listed in this rule unless that person is a qualified operator and an employee or agent of the division. (C) These fees do not include the costs of moving equipment. Costs incurred for transporting equipment to and from the dredging site are to be paid by the lessee. Last updated June 30, 2024 at 6:08 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-04 | Private channel fee.
The fee for the utilization of the waters of the state administered by the division and for authorization to cut through containments on state lands for the purposes of filling channels provided for in rule 1501:46-3-29 of the Administrative Code is thirty cents per square foot of surface water. Last updated September 16, 2024 at 1:36 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-07 | Concession operated public service facilities fees.
(A) At those public service facilities operated by the division or operated under authority of section 1501.09 of the Revised Code by a concessionaire, the rental rates, fees and all other charges made by the operator to the public for goods or services are to be priced similar to and in conformance to the common rates charged by other similar outlets for such goods or services or as approved by the director or chief of the division pursuant to the terms and conditions of the concessionaire's lease or contract. (B) In the event the division is compelled to take over and operate any public service facility which has been operated by a concessionaire, the division will collect the same rental rate, fee or other charges as the concessionaire. Last updated November 1, 2023 at 8:30 AM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-08 | Vessel mooring fees.
The chief may determine the fees to be charged for the use of any structure, facility, or apparatus that is on, over, or adjacent to any lands or waters under the management authority of the division of parks and watercraft, whether constructed and maintained by the state or constructed and maintained by private interests. Fees charged for the mooring of a vessel may be based upon any of the following factors; type of moorage, park, season, location, impact on state property, or level of occupancy. No person shall place, construct, assemble, or develop any dock, moorage, or other private structure without first complying with the provisions of rule 1501:46-12-12 of the Administrative Code. (A) As used in this rule: (1) "Private moorage" means any apparatus designed or utilized for securing vessels that conforms to one of the following descriptions: (a) A device or structure that is situated, constructed, or anchored to privately owned lands and extends over, on, or into any adjacent waters under the management authority of the division of parks and watercraft which is not maintained by the state. (b) A device or structure that has been fabricated, placed, or erected by a private interest, is not maintained by the state, and is situated, constructed, or anchored to lands or occupying waters under the management authority of the division of parks and watercraft. (2) "Dock" means a floating or rigidly supported, platform-like structure that extends from the shoreline over or into the water, used to secure and provide access to one or more vessels. (a) "State dock" means a dock constructed and maintained by the division. (b) "Private dock" means a dock not constructed or maintained by the division. (3) "Slip" means a section or partitioned portion of a dock consisting of an area sufficient to accommodate a single vessel. (4) "State tie-up" means a stake or post anchored in an area specifically designated for the moorage of vessels that is provided and maintained by the division as an alternative to a traditional dock. (5) "Offshore moorage" means a large, typically round or ball-shaped buoy, that is securely anchored and equipped with one or more rings provided for the purpose of tying off an anchor line or cable in order to moor a vessel at a distance from the shore where vessels with a deep draft may be more easily accommodated. (a) "State offshore moorage" means an offshore moorage placed, anchored, and maintained by the division. (b) "Private offshore moorage" means an offshore moorage that is not owned or maintained by the division. (6) "Guest dock" means an area of a state dock, sufficient to accommodate one vessel, that is designated as available for temporary moorage. (7) "Other private structure" means any dock, building, other contrivance, or similar existing and heretofore approved structure located on, over, or adjacent to specific state park lands or waters determined to be suitable for such use by the chief, that is not used or intended to be used for the securing of vessels. "Other private structure" does not include any building, structure, or facility used or intended to be used as a temporary or permanent dwelling. (B) Any person who places, utilizes, or maintains a private dock, or private moorage shall first apply for an annual permit on a form prescribed by the chief. The chief may approve or deny any annual use permit and shall determine the annual fee based upon any of the following factors; the location, the park, the number of moorage devices or structures, the total number of vessels to be moored, and the size of the moorage or other structure, provided that the annual fee does not exceed the following rates:
(C) At lake Milton state park, the annual fee for any other private structure shall be one dollar per square foot. (D) Any person who subleases a private dock, slip, or other private mooring at Lake Milton state park or Guilford lake state park shall first apply to the park manager for a permit on a form prescribed by the chief. The fee for a sublease permit shall not exceed two hundred eighty dollars per moorage per year. (E) A late fee of up to twenty-five dollars shall be charged in addition to the annual moorage fees listed in paragraphs (B), (C), and (D) of this rule if such fees are not remitted by the first day of May. (F) To moor a privately owned vessel at a state dock, state tie-up, or state offshore moorage, an application for an annual permit shall be submitted to the division on a form prescribed by the chief. The chief may determine the permit fee based upon any of the following factors; the location, the park, the season, associated facilities, available amenities, and the size or type of vessel to be moored, provided that the fees shall not exceed the following rates:
(G) The chief or the chief's authorized agent may issue a permit for the use of a guest dock. The chief may determine the fee for a guest dock permit based upon the time of day, duration of rental period, location, the park, the season, associated facilities, available amenities, and the size or type of vessel to be moored, provided that the fees shall not exceed the following rates:
(H) The chief or the chief's authorized agent may issue a permit for the use of an available state dock during duck hunting season as prescribed in rule 1501:31-7-06 of the Administrative Code. The fee for a duck hunting season permit shall not exceed sixty-five dollars per vessel for the duration of the duck hunting season. (I) At Buckeye lake state park, any moorage that is owned or maintained by a political subdivision of the state may be exempt from paying the fees specified in this rule, provided that the moorage is used exclusively for mooring of visitor vessels at no charge for a period not to exceed four hours. Last updated January 11, 2023 at 8:19 AM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-11 | Camping fees.
(A) As used in this rule: (1) "Primitive site" means a site in a designated camping area where limited amenities are provided which are generally lacking on-site potable water or solid waste disposal facilities. (2) "Family camping area" means a licensed campground where various amenities are provided and maximum site occupancy is limited to six individuals. (3) "Horse camping area" means a designated camping area where horses are permitted on the site. (4) "Premium camping area" is a full service hookup site that has access to water, sewer and electric located within the family camping area, or is in an area of high demand due to a premium location, which may include a pull-through drive and access to added amenities. (B) The chief may determine the fees to be charged for overnight camping on any state-operated camp site based upon any of the following factors; park, season, location, on-site amenities, or level of occupancy. Such fees for the use of any site within a designated campground shall be available upon request from the chief of the division of parks and watercraft or may be viewed at any time on the Ohio department of natural resources website and shall not exceed the following maximum rates:
Any person entering and camping on a site prior to six a.m. shall pay the appropriate fee, as established pursuant to the provisions set forth in this rule, for the prior night in addition to any additional fees for continued occupation of the site for subsequent nights. (C) Fees established in accordance with the provisions of paragraph (B) of this rule may be reduced or waived as follows: (1) Fees for use of the horse camping area may be reduced or waived at the discretion of the park manager for persons performing service projects that directly benefit the park. (2) The chief of the division may reduce or waive any camping fee for promotional purposes or events. Last updated November 1, 2021 at 3:40 AM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-14 | Group camping area and facility rental fees.
The chief may determine the fees to be charged for the use of any group camping area or facility rental based upon type of facility, park, season, location, amenities, or level of occupancy. Fees charged for the use of a state operated designated group camping area may be determined as a single rate for the use of the designated group camping area or determined based on number of persons utilizing the designated group camping area. (A) Fees for the use of any facility rental or group camping area are available upon request from the chief of the division of parks and watercraft or may be viewed at any time on the Ohio department of natural resources website and will not exceed the following maximum rates:
(1) At the chief's discretion, all or any portion of the fees prescribed for group camping areas or facility rentals may be waived for program participants during division sponsored programs or events. (2) At the park manager's discretion, all or any portion of the fees prescribed for group camping areas may be waived for groups performing service projects that directly benefit the park. (B) Reservation fees: A non-refundable ten dollar deposit is required at the time of reservation for group camping areas and facilities at Kelleys island state park and South Bass island state park. The deposit will be applied to the required fees at the time of occupancy. Last updated February 15, 2024 at 1:52 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-16 | Cabin rental fees.
The chief may determine the fees to be charged for the rental of any state operated cabin based upon any of the following factors; park, type of cabin, amenities, season, location, or level of occupancy. The chief may designate specific cabins to be "pet permissible" in order to allow park guests to bring up to two dogs which may stay in the cabin for the duration of the rental period. (A) Fees for the rental of any state operated cabin are available upon request from the chief of the division of parks and watercraft or may be viewed at any time on the Ohio department of natural resources website and will not exceed the following maximum rates:
(B) At the chief's discretion, all or any portion of the fees prescribed for cabin rentals may be waived for promotional purposes or for program participants during division sponsored projects, programs, or events. Last updated February 15, 2024 at 1:52 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-19 | Malabar farm tour fees.
Fees for tours, interpretive programs, and wagon rides at Malabar farm are not to exceed the maximum rates listed below. (A) House tour fees per person per tour:
(B) Fees for wagon rental rides:
(C) Fees for an interpretive wagon tour:
(D) Fees for combination house and wagon tours when purchased at the same time:
(E) The fee for youth groups requesting a special program from the staff of Malabar farm is two dollars per person. One adult will be permitted to participate free of charge for each twenty persons paying the fee. (F) Persons of prospective tour groups participating in organized familiarization tours, bus drivers of a tour bus and tour guides of a tour group are exempt from the fees specified in paragraphs (A), (C), and (D) of this rule. (G) For the purposes of this rule "tour groups" are tour group and bus operator groups that guarantee a reservation in advance for thirty or more people. (H) The chief of the division may reduce or waive any fee specified in this rule for promotional purposes or special events. Last updated June 30, 2023 at 3:36 AM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-20 | "Golden Buckeye Card" fees.
Persons who are Ohio residents and holders of a "Golden Buckeye Card," issued by the Ohio department of aging on or after September 1, 2003, are eligible for reduced rates and fees on certain recreation facilities and related activities. The discounts for qualifying persons are as follows: (A) Fifty per cent off of the camping fees listed in rule 1501:46-2-11 of the Administrative Code. This discount does not apply to weekend camping. For the purposes of this rule, a "weekend" is defined as Friday night and Saturday night. (B) At least ten per cent off of the regular charges for other state recreational facilities, equipment and services, and food service operations. As used in this paragraph, "food service operations" means restaurants which are owned by the department at Hocking Hills, lake Hope, Malabar Farm, and Rocky Fork state park, or are part of a state park lodge. It does not include automatic vending machines, concession stands or snack bars. Last updated September 16, 2024 at 1:36 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-23 | Trailer waste station fee for noncampers.
When the usage of waste station facilities by holders of camping permits would not be restricted or limited, persons not registered as campers may enter a campground and utilize the trailer waste station facility to empty the holding tanks on recreational vehicles, travel trailers, and watercraft upon payment of a fee of ten dollars. Last updated February 25, 2022 at 3:56 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-25 | Refunds.
A refund of a camping, cabin or vessel moorage fees as set forth in rule 1501:46-2-08, 1501:46-2-11, 1501:46-2-14, 1501:46-2-16, 1501:46-2-20, , or 1501:46-2-34 of the Administrative Code shall be issued in the event of an emergency, or in those situations where the chief, or the chief's authorized agent deems a refund appropriate. For the purpose of this rule, an "emergency" is defined as any situation in which the necessity for vacancy of a facility is beyond control of the occupant. "Emergencies" include, but are not limited to: (A) Death or illness of family member; (B) Natural disaster or impending natural disaster at the park area or home of the occupant or lessee; (C) Termination of necessary services at the park; (D) Forced evacuation of the park due to epidemic, contamination, or any threat to the visitor's health or well being; (E) Any other customer service issue of a severe nature that has been determined to be significantly detrimental to the visitor. Last updated February 25, 2022 at 3:56 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-27 | Duck blind permit fees.
The following fees are to be remitted to the division upon receiving a permit to use a duck blind on state park areas: (A) A fee of fifty dollars for each permanent duck blind permit issued in accordance with rule 1501:46-15-13 of the Administrative Code. (B) For duck blinds built and maintained by the division, a fee of twenty dollars for use of the blind for a period of three consecutive days. Last updated September 16, 2024 at 1:36 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-28 | Storage areas for watercraft, trailers, and campers.
The chief may designate areas within any state park where watercraft, trailers, or campers may be stored and establish the fees to be charged for such storage areas based upon park, season, facilities provided, or level of occupancy. Such fees for the rental of a site within a designated storage area shall not exceed the following maximum rates:
Last updated February 25, 2022 at 3:56 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-29 | Special activities permit fee.
(A) For any special activities permit issued under the authority of rule 1501:46-3-28 of the Administrative Code the person requesting the permit shall pay a non-refundable application fee of up to fifty dollars to the division to pay administrative costs for the processing of the permit. Exempt from this fee are special activities where the division is the sponsor or a cosponsor. (B) A special activities permit fee of up to five thousand dollars per day, as determined by the chief, shall be paid by the person requesting the permit. This permit fee is based on the event size, location, type of use, and impact on the use of the park by the general public. (C) Where the chief has approved a special activity which is not exclusively sponsored by the division, and the special activity requires the division to incur additional labor, material, or utility costs as a direct result of the activity, the special activities permit fees specified in paragraph (A) and (B) of this rule may be increased to an amount equal to the additional costs to be incurred by the division to provide those services and materials to support the event. (D) At division sponsored events where the chief has approved the sale of items other than food and beverages by a special activities permit, a vendor permit fee not to exceed seventy-five dollars per day may be charged to each vendor to defray a portion of the cost of the event. (E) At division sponsored events where the chief has approved the sale of food or beverages by a special activities permit, a permit fee not to exceed fifteen per cent of the gross receipts from the sale of food and beverages may be charged to each vendor selling food or beverages. The permit fee shall be paid to the division within thirty days after the event and be accompanied by an accurate financial statement in a format specified by the chief. Last updated January 4, 2024 at 9:11 AM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-31 | Lake Milton and Buckeye lake state parks permit fee.
Persons applying for a dock, building or sea wall construction permit or requesting a reissue of the dock mylar sticker or replacement dock plate or persons requesting to transfer docks to another person at Lake Milton state park or Buckeye lake state park will be charged a fee of twenty-five dollars per permit application, per dock plate reissue request, per transfer request or per mylar reissue request. Any application, replacement plate request, dock sticker replacement request, or transfer request not accompanied by the twenty-five dollar fee will not be processed. Last updated September 16, 2024 at 1:36 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-32 | Campground visitor and vehicle passes.
Last updated June 30, 2023 at 3:36 AM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-33 | Guilford lake state park private dock transfer fee.
At Guilford lake state park persons transferring ownership of a private dock shall pay fifty dollars per dock per transfer. This fee is in addition to the annual dock fees specified in rule 1501:46-2-08 of the Administrative Code. Last updated February 25, 2022 at 3:56 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-34 | Getaway rental fees.
The chief may determine the fees to be charged for any state operated getaway rental facility based upon park, season, location, amenities, or level of occupancy. Such fees for the use of any getaway rental facility are available upon request from the chief of the division of parks and watercraft or may be viewed at any time on the Ohio department of natural resources website and are not to exceed the following maximum rates:
At the chief's discretion, all or any portion of the fees prescribed for any getaway rental may be waived for promotional purposes or for program participants during division sponsored programs or events. Last updated September 16, 2024 at 1:36 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-37 | Open vendor area permit fee.
(A) The chief of the division may designate certain areas of parks as open vendor areas. The designation will stipulate the dates, times, and types of items or services that may be sold or provided by persons obtaining a permit. In open vendor areas persons may sell merchandise and food items or provide rentals or services in accordance with the designation if they first obtain a vendor's permit specified in paragraph (B) of this rule. Persons requesting a vendor's permit must have all other licenses and permits required by state law or local ordinances for the sale of their products or services. (B) Persons may obtain a vendor's permit from the chief or his designee to sell merchandise and food items or provide rentals or serices in an open vendor area. The fee for a permit is ten dollars for a one day permit, twenty dollars for a three, consecutive day permit, and thirty-five dollars for a thirty, consecutive day permit. Last updated January 4, 2024 at 9:11 AM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-39 | Special interpretive program fees.
At parks designated by the chief, groups requesting special interpretive or educational programs from park staff will be charged a fee of two dollars per person. For youth groups, one adult will be permitted to participate free of charge for each twenty persons paying the fee. Last updated September 16, 2024 at 1:36 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-40 | Disabled veterans and former prisoner of war free camping requirements.
(A) Ohio residents who at the time of registration present a letter issued to them from the department of veteran affairs that states the person is eligible for free camping in Ohio state parks and certifies the person is a former prisoner of war who was honorably discharged from the military forces is exempt from the camping fees listed in rule 1501:46-2-11 of the Administrative Code. (B) Ohio residents who at the time of registration present a letter issued to them from the department of veteran affairs that states the person is eligible for free camping in Ohio state parks and certifies the person is a permanently and totally disabled veteran who is receiving a pension or compensation from the department of veteran affairs and has received an honorable discharge from the armed forces of the United States is exempt from the camping fees listed in rule 1501:46-2-11 of the Administrative Code. (C) Ohio residents who at the time of registration present an Ohio license plate issued to them by the registrar of motor vehicles under the authority of section 4503.41 or 4503.46 of the Revised Code are exempt from the camping fees listed in rule 1501:46-2-11 of the Administrative Code. Last updated September 16, 2024 at 1:36 PM Supplemental Information |
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Rule 1501:46-2-41 | Private breakwater license fee.
It is unlawful for any person to construct a breakwater in any lake administered by the division without first obtaining a license from the chief. The license will be valid for up to twenty-five years at which time a new license must be obtained. The fee for the license is six dollars per square foot of breakwater. The square footage is to be calculated on the base dimensions of the breakwater. This fee is in addition to fees charged by other agencies or other divisions in the department of natural resources. The breakwater license does not authorize the construction of private docking structures or the mooring of watercraft. Last updated September 16, 2024 at 1:36 PM Supplemental Information |