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Bolivar Dam

Bolivar, Ohio · Stark County

Near the Football Hall of Fame in Canton, a state-operated historical facility, Fort Laurens, is nearby.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Bolivar Dam

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High63°F
Avg Low48°F
Peak Rain Chance31%
Humidity76%
UV (avg)2
Today
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Overcast
75°/56°
💧 2%🌬 13mph
↑ 6:58 AM ↓ 5:19 PM
Wed
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Rain
73°/56°
💧 31%🌬 15mph
↑ 6:59 AM ↓ 5:18 PM
Thu
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Rain
65°/50°
💧 8%🌬 15mph
↑ 7:00 AM ↓ 5:17 PM
Fri
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Light Drizzle
58°/41°
💧 12%🌬 13mph
↑ 7:01 AM ↓ 5:16 PM
Sat
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Light Drizzle
44°/39°
💧 10%🌬 13mph
↑ 7:03 AM ↓ 5:15 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Bolivar Dam

Near the Football Hall of Fame in Canton, a state-operated historical facility, Fort Laurens, is nearby.

How to Get There

Bolivar Dam is approximately 1 mile east of I-77. At I-77, take Exit 93, which is the Bolivar/Zoar - State Route 212 Exit. Take State Route 212 east roughly 1/2 mile and make a left on Tuscarawas County Road 103. Go approximately 100 yards, take a left onto Glenpark Road, approximately a mile down the road is Bolivar Dam and facilities.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Bolivar Dam

Heading to Bolivar Dam? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Bolivar Dam?

No central reservation system listed for Bolivar Dam. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/341) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Bolivar Dam?

Bolivar Dam is approximately 1 mile east of I-77. At I-77, take Exit 93, which is the Bolivar/Zoar - State Route 212 Exit. Take State Route 212 east roughly 1/2 mile and make a left on Tuscarawas County Road 103. Go approximately 100 yards, take a left onto Glenpark Road, approximately a mile down the road is Bolivar Dam and facilities.

How do I contact Bolivar Dam?

You can reach the park at phone: (330) 874-9350.