Hargus Lake — Attraction in Washington Township

Hargus Lake has quietly become one of my favorite spots in Pickaway County. Tucked inside A.W. Marion State Park, it's a peaceful, wooded escape that helped me reset.

One of the first things that hit me was how calm it feels. There’s no roar of jet skis or big party boats—just the gentle sounds of water, birds, and wind rustling through the trees. It’s the kind of place where you can actually hear your thoughts.

All in all, Hargus Lake isn’t trying to impress—it just is what it is. And that’s exactly why I love it. If you’re looking for a quiet place to hike, fish, paddle, or just breathe for a while, it’s...

It's a great place to go fishing. I love it out here. It's quiet and peaceful. We catch some pretty nice fish. It has a park for kids to play at and it also has a mile long trail for walking or jogging. Tbh idk if bikes would be a good idea for the trail. But it's been a great experience everytime we come out here. There's also camping grounds. I like it and if you choose to go fishing this is the place I'd stop at. It's just located right out of...

It's a nice little area. I used to go with my dad to feed the geese at least 3 times a month during spring and summer, occasionally fall too. It's been kept pretty nice. You will hear gunfire as the area is open...