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Headlands Beach State Park

Mentor, OH

Headlands Beach State Park
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Fee: No entrance fee. Day-use park; fees may apply for shelter rental; reserve at reserveohio.com or (866) 644-6727.

About this park

The trademark of Headlands Beach State Park is its massive 35-acre Lake Erie beach, which offers excellent sunbathing and swimming, beach glass hunting and phenomenal sunsets over the lake. Picnicking is available throughout the park, and a paved hike and bike trail runs along the back dunes with views of the beach and lake. The interaction of lake, wind and sand creates a rare lakeshore dune habitat that supports rare and unique plants. The park is also one of Ohio's premier birding locations, drawing birdwatchers during migration seasons.

Contact & location

๐Ÿ“ž (440) 466-8400

Nearby state parks

๐ŸŒฒGeneva State Park ยท Geneva ยท 17.4 mi
๐ŸŒฒPunderson State Park ยท Newbury ยท 21.1 mi
๐ŸŒฒNelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park ยท Garrettsville ยท 32.4 mi

Headlands Beach State Park FAQ

Where is Headlands Beach State Park located?
Headlands Beach State Park is in Mentor, Ohio, at 9601 Headlands Road. GPS coordinates: 41.7569, -81.2885. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Headlands Beach State Park?
No entrance fee. Day-use park; fees may apply for shelter rental; reserve at reserveohio.com or (866) 644-6727. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Headlands Beach State Park?
You can call (440) 466-8400. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Headlands Beach State Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:Distances are straight-line miles.
How current is this information about Headlands Beach State Park?
This listing was last updated on October 6, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.