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State Parks: 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