Openings · last 7 days
0
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-251350
When Cj Brown Dam and Reservoir - Dam Site (OH) reopens
Cj Brown Dam and Reservoir - Dam Site (OH)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
21
Openings · last 90 days
22
Only 22 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 3 monitored sites
Of the 549 tracked reservation dates (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 379 open for online reservation · 4 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative) · 166 closed.
Where the open windows are
31% of tracked reservation dates are not currently open for online reservation. 379 of 549 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online31%
Open reservation dates379 / 549
Reserved (of online inventory)0 / 379
Weekday openings215
Weekend openings164
Of the open reservation dates on mapped day-use units, 215 fall on weekdays and 164 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027April holds the most room. 74 of 90 reservation dates are still open there.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 3 shelters| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 2 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 2 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 2 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 2 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 2 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 2 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 2 | Open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: 2 shelters are available for all three dates. Christmas: 2 shelters are available for both dates. New Year: 2 shelters are available for both dates. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Availability by shelter
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Shelter | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| Lake View Shelter | 181 |
| Meadow View Shelter | 181 |
| Prairie View Shelter | 17 |
The 3 shelters with the most open reservation dates in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotNext open dateWed · Nov 4
Next open weekendFri · Nov 6
The next bookable date is Nov 4; the first open weekend starts Nov 6. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Reservation dates
379 available reservation dates across 3 shelters at Cj Brown Dam and Reservoir - Dam Site (OH), from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
All 3 shelters with current availability
| Shelter | Open reservation dates | Consecutive dates | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake View Shelter | 181 | 181 dates | Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15 +169 more |
| Meadow View Shelter | 181 | 181 dates | Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15 +169 more |
| Prairie View Shelter | 17 | 17 dates | Apr 17, 2027, Apr 18, 2027, Apr 19, 2027, Apr 20, 2027, Apr 21, 2027, Apr 22, 2027, Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027 +5 more |
About Cj Brown Dam and Reservoir - Dam Site (OH)
Overview
C.J. Brown Reservoir is located in west-central Ohio, two miles northeast of Springfield; thirty-five miles northeast of Dayton, and forty-five miles west of Columbus.
Recreation
There are many recreational opportunities to enjoy at the lake including fishing, hiking, biking, wildlife watching, and picnicking. At nearby Buck Creek State Park, visitors also enjoy swimming, boating, and camping.
Facilities
C.J. Brown Reservoir offers three reservable picnic shelters, with grills, picnic tables, electric service, and water fountains. The Visitor Center has exhibits on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and history of the Dam and lake, along with the natural resources and recreation in the area. Restrooms for the Meadow View shelter are located at the Visitor Center.
Natural Features
The Buck Creek valley was once a patchwork of wetland fens, prairie meadows, oak savannas, and open oak woodlands. Today, the 2,120 acre C.J. Brown Reservoir is surrounded by varied habitats, from brushy old fields, to restored prairie, to forest. C.J. Brown was designated an Ohio Important Bird Area in 2002.
Nearby Attractions
At adjacent Buck Creek State Park, there is a campground, rental cottages, a marina, swimming beach, and trails. Springfield, Ohio, is just a few miles away, and has several museums that are worth visiting, including the Heritage Center and the Frank Lloyd Wright Westcott House.
3 monitored sheltersDay useWaterfrontLakefrontMax party 150
Getting there
From I-70 westbound, Exit at US 40 and go west to Bird Rd. Turn right (north) on Bird Rd. then left on Old Columbus Rd. Following the signs for the CJ Brown Visitor Center, turn right onto Croft Rd., then right onto Overlook Drive into the park. From I-70 Eastbound exit at SR 4, follow 4 north through Springfield to Croft Rd. Turn right on Croft and left onto Overlook Dr.
2630 Croft Rd., Springfield, OH 45503937-325-2411
BikingDay Use AreaFishingHikingInterpretive ProgramsPicnickingVisitor CenterWildlife Viewing
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Cj Brown Dam and Reservoir - Dam Site (OH)?
Reservations for Cj Brown Dam and Reservoir - Dam Site (OH) are made through Recreation.gov. 379 of 549 tracked reservation dates are currently open (69%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 22 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick the shelter on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 16:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Cj Brown Dam and Reservoir - Dam Site (OH)?
Campsite Sniper detected 22 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which month has the most availability at Cj Brown Dam and Reservoir - Dam Site (OH)?
April 2027, with 74 open reservation dates in the current snapshot of 90.
When is the next open date at Cj Brown Dam and Reservoir - Dam Site (OH)?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Wed, Nov 4 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Nov 6. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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