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A.W. Marion

c/o Deer Creek State Park

20635 Waterloo Road

Mt. Sterling, OH 43143

Location & description:

This small but unique park offers a variety of recreational activities while maintaining a quiet atmosphere of natural serenity.

Camping:

Wooded camp area has 58 sites

Has tent and trailer camping from late March through early November

29 sites have electricity

A youth camp is also available by reservation for organized groups

Pit latrines and drinking water are available

Boating:

Hargus Lake provides 145 acres of water, boat launching ramps and public docks

Rentals are available from the concession on the northwest side of the lake

Electric motors only are permitted

Fishing & hunting:

Fish species include largemouth bass, muskellunge, bluegill and channel catfish

Valid Ohio fishing license required

In the fall, the mature woodlands offer excellent squirrel hunting in designated areas

Valid Ohio hunting license required

Trails:

Hargus Lake Trail offers five miles of trails

Squawroot Nature Trail offers the hiking enthusiast one mile of scenic terrain.

Squawroot Nature Trail self-guided with directional signs

These scenic trails are open for year-round use

Picnic areas:

Picnic tables and grill sites are located throughout the park

A shelterhouse is available on a first-come, first-served basis

A concession stand offers limited picnic supplies

Fires are permitted only in the grills provided

Playground equipment is available in the park and in the campground

Games and sporting equipment is available at the camp office for use by registered campers

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