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Buck Creek

1901 Buck Creek Lane

Springfield, OH 45502

(937) 322-5284

U.S. Army Corpsof Engineers Office

(937) 325-2411

District 2 Watercraft Office

(937) 323-1582

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Location & description:

Located near Springfield, Buck Creek is centered around a 2,120 acre lake and surrounded by wetlands, woodlands and meadows. The park is home to many species of birds and the spotted turtle, a state-endangered animal.

Cottages:

26 family cottages situated in a wooded area

Cottages have two bedrooms, bath with a shower, living room with a trundle bed, complete kitchen, dining area and screened porch, gas log fireplaces, and air conditioning

One cottage is fully accessible

Camping:

Campground has 111 campsites of which 89 have electricity.

Facilities include showers, flush toilets and dump station

Campers with pets may camp on designated sites

Boat camping is permitted in designated areas

Boating:

Unlimited horsepower boating opportunities on the 2,120 acre lake

Four lane boat launch ramp

Snack bar

Fuel & bait available for purchase at the marina

Seasonal dock rental

Fishing & hunting:

Fishermen enjoy fine catches of walleye, bass and pan fish

A fishing pier is open to the public and is wheelchair accessible

Hunting is permitted in designated areas

A valid Ohio hunting and/or fishing license is required

Swimming:

2,400 foot sand beach

Concession stand

Picnic areas:

Picnic areas available with tables and grills

Two shelters available on first-come, first-serve basis

Trails:

Over 7.5 miles of hiking trails offers nature study, bird watching and other wildlife observation

A scenic 7.5-mile bridle trail is also open to snowmobiling, weather permitting

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