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Marsh Creek State Park

675 Park Rd.
Downingtown, PA 19335

610-458-5119

Marsh Creek State Park is in the rolling hills of north central Chester County. The 1,727-acre park contains the 535-acre Marsh Creek Lake, which is a wonderful resource for fishing, sailing, and migrating waterfowl.Hiking at Marsh Creek State Park18 miles of trailsThe trails explore a variety of habitats including forest, field, and wetlands. Most of the trails are accessible from the west launch parking area.Use extreme caution when hiking in hunting areas during hunting seasons.Picnicking at Marsh Creek State ParkSeveral picnic areas containing more than 150 picnic tables, restrooms, and charcoal grills are available year round.A children’s playground is near the pool complex and picnic area.Swimming at Marsh Creek State ParkThis activity or structure is ADA accessible.The ADA accessible “L” shaped pool and sprayground attracts many visitors. The guarded pool is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day unless posted otherwise.A fee is charged for pool use.A snack bar, large grassy area, and bathhouse are located at the swimming pool complex.A picnic pavilion is available to rent.Swimming is prohibited in Marsh Creek Lake.Wildlife Watching at Marsh Creek State ParkMarsh Creek is a popular place for birding, especially during the spring and fall waterfowl migration.Boating at Marsh Creek State Parkelectric motors permittedThe 535-acre Marsh Creek Lake has two boat launches and 244 seasonal mooring slips.The lake is especially popular with sailboaters who take advantage of the combination of good natural terrain and prevailing winds.IceboatingIceboating is permitted on the natural ice of the lake.Iceboats must display a state park launch permit.Ice thickness is not monitored.Fishing at Marsh Creek State ParkThe 535-acre Marsh Creek Lake is an excellent lake to fish for warmwater species. Anglers have landed 40-inch-long tiger muskies.Commons species are:Largemouth bassChannel catfishBlack crappiePanfishThe lake is designated as a big bass lake and specific regulations apply.Ice FishingIce fishing is permitted on the 535-acre Marsh Creek Lake. The lake is designated as a big bass lake and specific regulations apply.Ice thickness is not monitored.Hunting at Marsh Creek State ParkDuring established seasons, about 900 acres are open to:HuntingTrappingTraining of dogsCommon game species are:RabbitSquirrelPheasantWaterfowlDeerHunting woodchucks, also known as groundhogs, is prohibited. Dog training is only permitted from the day following Labor Day through March 31 in designated hunting areas.Mountain Biking at Marsh Creek State Park11.5 miles of trailsMountain biking trails are on the south side of the park and have loops of various distances.Use extreme caution when riding in hunting areas during hunting seasons.Horseback Riding at Marsh Creek State Park11.5 miles of trailsBridle trails and horse trailer parking are on the west side of the park and have loops of various distances.Use extreme caution when riding in hunting areas during hunting seasons.Sledding at Marsh Creek State ParkAbout seven acres of slopes are by the picnic area in the East Launch.Cross-Country Skiing at Marsh Creek State ParkRed Trail, Blue Trail, and the fields of the park are recommended for cross-country skiing.Ice Skating at Marsh Creek State ParkIce skating is permitted on the natural ice. Ice thickness is not monitored.

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