 This was a really 
        great fall trip.  While the leaves have not changed, they are 
        thinking about it.  We walked between six and nine miles each day.  
        The park was quite full, probably at eighty-five percent of capacity.  
        It was still quiet and well behaved.
This was a really 
        great fall trip.  While the leaves have not changed, they are 
        thinking about it.  We walked between six and nine miles each day.  
        The park was quite full, probably at eighty-five percent of capacity.  
        It was still quiet and well behaved.
        
        
        
        We found a great 
        place to eat that cannot come more highly recommended.  Arnie's 
        West Branch Steakhouse is at 5343 State Route 14 in Ravenna.  It is 
        on State Route 14 east of State Route 5.  It is on the south side 
        of the lake.  I had a steak and chicken that was, put simply, 
        perfect.  Prices were lower than I would have expected.  A 
        steak and chicken breast, ice tea and a salad was about $20.  Be 
        sure to call for reservations:  (330) 297-1717 as it is very busy.  
        Come early.  Late means an hour wait.
        
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        The park was 
        decorated for the upcoming Halloween campout scheduled for October 19 
        and 20.  Surprisingly, the campground is full (F-U-L-L) the whole 
        week before.  WOW!  The shower houses were all decorated in 
        orange lights, pumpkins and figurines.  The VIP sites were likewise 
        adorned.  This park has VIPs who go far beyond what I would expect.  
        Not only is the park clean and neat, but the holidays do become 
        something special.
        
        
        It is clear that 
        besides the amazing VIPs, the park management must also be far above 
        average. The park sports a new boat dock, full hookup sites and a new 
        camper's beach is being constructed.  The signage is first rate.  
        There is an excellent trail system.  Everything about West Branch 
        is special.  That is because everyone working and volunteering at 
        West Branch is special.
 
        Here are some shots 
        of the moonrise over the motorhome:
        
        
        

        
 
        The camper's beach 
        and on the non-electric sites, each had a lantern hook:
        
        
        

 
        The boat dock and 
        the goofy water spigots that deny the ability to fill a RV:
        
        
        

 
        The last day on 
        full hookup site 118:
        
        
        
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        Note we started off 
        on site 186.  A nice site but muddy in the fall rain.  We 
        moved to full hookup site 118 for the last night.  Recommended!
        
        
        
        For up-to-date park maps and
        information, check the
         
        Ohio State Park website