CRAG STEWARDs

The OCC volunteer Crag Steward at Beaver Creek State Park is Jonathan Williams. His email address is mostly.moss17@gmail.com. Please feel free to contact Jonathan with any questions, comments or concerns about the area.

ROUTES

The sandstone cliffs at the park include Sport and Trad climbing with grades from 5.3 through 5.12 You'll find everything from balance dependent slab climbs to strong powerful overhangs. Although the routes tend to be short (25’), a fun day can be had by going from route to route.

Click here to download Beaver Creek State Park, Spruce Knob climbing map with route information.

Click here to download Beaver Creek State Park, Raven Rocks climbing map with route information.

Thank you Tom Thomas, our Northeast Ohio Regional Coordinator, for putting the maps together

trails

PLEASE STAY ON ESTABLISHED TRAILS. One of the first things I noticed when hiking to the climbing area was the vegetation. While some parks seem overused and the vegetation is trampled, the views from the trails I walked offered unbroken vegetation as far as the eyes can see. In the spring its wildflowers, summer and fall yield ferns. Please stay on the well marked trails. If you are walking through vegetation, you made a wrong turn somewhere. Retrace your steps and figure out the correct trail. Please, let's all keep this area looking the same in the future as it does now. 

Due to the steep nature of the terrain, please be very careful not to knock rocks down onto hikers or riders below.

Horses

Park Visitors were riding horses on the 26 miles of Bridle Trails at Beaver Creek long before climbing was permitted here. Please read and follow the information below, which was written by a Beaver Creek rider.

"I’ve talked to the people I ride with and have gone into several instruction sites for this information.  Trail safety and interaction with trail horses.

The horse is a flight /fight animal easily scared and ready to run or kick. It has the right of way in all circumstances.

When you meet up with a horse, face to face, talk to the rider. A simple “Hello” will start a conversation, most riders will speak first. This lets the horse know you are another human and not something to fear.  Get off the trail to the safest side (where you are least likely to get hurt or pushed over a hill or kicked) remain visible.

Wait for the rider to give you any special instructions on what to do if needed. Never approach or try to touch the horse without permission from the rider. Stand relaxed as they pass. Do not make any sudden movements.

Approaching from behind; speak as soon as you see them, let the rider know you are there. The horse will sense you are there long before you see them. Horses have a blind triangle behind them. Their first reaction will be to run or kick. Again speak to the rider and wait for instructions.

If you are carrying ropes or other equipment do not let it swing or move while near the horse.  

When you are above the horse, climbing, you now seem bigger and more dangerous.  They may not see you, but will know you are there becoming more fearful.  I know you will be busy but if you are making noise or a commotion please try to be aware of those below you. Again, if possible, just start talking to the rider. It may take a while for everyone to get used to you being there.

Most of the horses you meet are going to be solid trail horses and you shouldn’t have any problems.  Most riders will be experienced. There is always the chance someone will be taking a young horse for its first trail ride or possibly a beginner rider who may have no idea how to control a scared horse.

I really want this to work out well for all groups. Please be friendly. It goes a long way. The riders should be friendly and respectful too."

Hunting

Hunting is allowed in the same area we climb in, 400 feet from trails. For your own safety,  please wear hunter orange during hunting season. The park normally puts up signs advising park visitors to wear hunter orange. As always, please respect other user groups while climbing. Dates for Ohio hunting seasons can be found here: https://ohiodnr.gov/wps/portal/gov/odnr/discover-and-learn/safety-conservation/about-ODNR/wildlife

GETTING THERE

Climbing is located at 12374 Sprucevale Rd, East Liverpool, OH 43920  Parking is available near the old mill along the river (for Spruce Knob) or at the parking lot adjacent to the group camping sites (Raven Rocks). 

camping information

Beaver Creek State Park Campground. 11652 Leslie Rd, Lisbon, OH 44432

Reservations are required and may be made up to six months ahead online at 

https://reserveohio.com/OhioCampWeb/Facilities/SearchViewUnitAvailabity.aspx or by calling (866) 644-6727. 6 electric sites  44 non-electric sites Dump stations No showers; pit toilets Picnic table and fire ring Pets are allowed

sherman cabins

Two cabins are located within the Beaver Creek State Park campground. No pets allowed in cabins.

Beaver Creek State Park Equestrian Camp on Sprucevale Road  12816 Sprucevale Rd, East Liverpool, OH 43920

The equestrian campground does not have potable water. Plan accordingly. 59 primitive sites (no electric) Vault latrines

Beaver Creek State Park Group Camping: 

12374 Sprucevale Rd, East Liverpool, OH 43920 Two group campsites are located on Sprucevale Road. 

Other Area Attractions:

In addition to climbing the park offers access to the Little Beaver Creek State and National Wild and Scenic River along with Hiking, Bridle, and Mountain Biking trails throughout. The park is also only a 15 minute drive from East Liverpool which has numerous restaurants, grocery stores, and lodging options.