Lake Hope

Lake Hope is a 120-acre lake located in Vinton County, Ohio, USA. It was created in 1938 by the Civilian Conservation Corps for recreational use. The lake is surrounded by the 2,983-acre Lake Hope State Park, which provides a variety of outdoor recreational activities such as camping, hiking, boating, fishing, and swimming. The lake is stocked with various species of fish, including largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. The park also features more than 30 miles of hiking trails through the forested hills.