The boat launch with the deepest channel. The trail to the gorge. The farm stand that takes Venmo. The icon you've heard of and the one you haven't.
A locally run rental operation on Avondale Road in Thornville, at the Copper Penny Dockside — 20- and 24-foot pontoons plus kayaks and fishing kayaks.
A boat dealership in Millersport handling new and used sales alongside service — the marina to call for anything beyond a day rental.
The public launch in the Village of Buckeye Lake, on Walnut Road at State Route 79 — one of nine public ramps around the lake, and the closest to the village's restaurant strip.
Ohio's oldest state park, dating to 1826 when the lake was built as a canal feeder reservoir. The 4-mile shoreline path connects the North Shore to Lieb's Island, with fishing and relaxation spots along the way — the lake's boating and fishing draw is still the main event.