About West Branch State Park
This recreation area is part of Michael J Kirwan Lake
FacilityFacilityRecreation.gov
West Branch State Park
Wayland, Ohio · Portage County · Facility
This recreation area is part of Michael J Kirwan Lake
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41.13631, -81.10375
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Weather at West Branch State Park
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
82°/59°
💧 5%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:14 AM ↓ 8:47 PM
Mon
Thunderstorm
88°/64°
💧 19%🌬 13mph
↑ 6:15 AM ↓ 8:46 PM
Tue
Thunderstorm
79°/66°
💧 51%🌬 13mph
↑ 6:16 AM ↓ 8:45 PM
Wed
Light Drizzle
78°/63°
💧 9%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:17 AM ↓ 8:44 PM
Thu
Clear
85°/60°
💧 2%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:18 AM ↓ 8:43 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to West Branch State Park
Heading to West Branch State Park? 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
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