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Deer Creek Lake Day Use

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Deer Creek Lake Day Use Area is located just below the dam at Deer Creek Lake, 35 miles southwest of Columbus, Ohio. The lake provides an ideal location for boating, fishing, camping, hiking and hunting. Natural Features: Deer Creek Lake is situated among gently rolling hills in south central Ohio.…

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  • ADA Access
  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups

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    Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Reviewed Sep. 14, 2016

    All about the water

    Water sports galore. Nice area with plenty to do in and out of the water.

    • From the ridge trail
    • The lake near the lodge
    • Make sure you know your color and you might want to snap a pic for reference.

    Location

    Deer Creek Lake Day Use is located in Ohio

    Directions

    From Columbus, Ohio, take Highway 62 south to Mt. Sterling. Turn south on Route 207 and continue for 8 miles to the lake. Turn at the intersection; picnic shelter is on Crownover Mill Road.

    Coordinates

    39.6191666 N
    83.21583382 W

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    About This Campground

    Deer Creek Lake Day Use Area is located just below the dam at Deer Creek Lake, 35 miles southwest of Columbus, Ohio. The lake provides an ideal location for boating, fishing, camping, hiking and hunting. Natural Features: Deer Creek Lake is situated among gently rolling hills in south central Ohio. The area is forested with a variety of hardwoods, including oak, hickory, elm, black walnut, ash, maple and sycamore. An abundance of wildlife inhabits the area around the lake, including ring-necked pheasant, cottontail rabbit, squirrel, white-tailed deer, wild turkey, raccoon, mink, red fox, skunk, coyote and beaver. Red-tailed hawks, Northern harriers and American kestrels are also common sights. Recreation: The lake is a prime location for boating and swimming. Boat ramps and docks are scattered at various parks around the lake. Fishing is a very popular activity. Bluegill, white crappie, channel catfish, saugeye, white, largemouth, smallmouth and rock bass, carp, bullhead and flathead catfish are the major sport species found in the lake. Facilities: Deer Creek offers two group day-use picnic shelters located below the dam, 40 yards from a creek popular for fishing. Both are accessible and can accommodate up to 100 guests each.

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