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| General | Land, acres | 2722 | | | Water, acres | 4 | | | Nearby Wildlife Area, acres | 2105 | | Day-Use | Fishing | yes | | | Hunting | yes | | | Hiking Trail, miles | 9.5 | | | Picnicking | yes | | | Picnic Shelters, # | 1 | | | Bridle Trails, miles | 23 | | | Nature Center | yes | | Camping | Primative, # | 44 | | | Electric Sites, # | 6 | | | Pets Permitted | yes | | | Dumpstation | yes | | | Group Camp, capacity | 125 | | | Rent-A-Teepee, # | 2 | | | Horsemen Campsites, # | 59 | | Winter | Sledding | yes |
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Beaver Creek State Park
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Beaver Creek State Park
12021 Echo Dell Road
East Liverpool, Ohio 43920
Phone: 330-385-3091
Reservations: 866-644-6727
Email: http://www.ohiodnr.com/contactform.htm
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| State Park Overview: |
| Beaver Creek State Park, in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, is one of Ohio's most scenic parks. The park includes Little Beaver Creek, a state and national wild and scenic river, and acres of forest wilderness. The rich history of the area invites visitors to explore Gaston's Mill, pioneer village and abandoned canal locks. |
| Nature of the Area: |
| Beaver Creek State Park is nestled in the sandstone hills of eastern Ohio. The park is comprised of various habitats including bottomlands, a gorge, forests and Little Beaver Creek--a state and national wild and scenic river. The valley of Little Beaver is characterized by steep walls, high rock cliffs and numerous gentle rapids. Geologically, the valley of Little Beaver is extremely unique, being the only stream valley in the United States yet described, in which evidence of all four major glaciations is found.
The flora of the park contains several interesting and unusual species, some of which are more commonly found in northern regions. Canada yew, yellow and black birch, hemlock and mountain laurel can be found in the deep stream valley. The stream banks are lined with delicate wildflowers including jewelweed, hepatica, violets and spring beauties.
Many types of wildlife find the park's varying habitats inviting. Red fox, skunk, raccoon and white-tailed deer are commonly seen while the elusive wild turkey is making a comeback in the area. Recently, sightings of black bear have become more frequent. |
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a very scenic park
wonderful trails and an abundance of wildlife. we will visit again!!!!
Written by hooves4hopes
14-Apr-2008
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One of my favorite places to go.
Written by Penny M.
20-Apr-2008
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do not feed the bears
very nicely kept. these people do a wonderfull job!!!
(name not given)
31-Mar-2009
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My Favorite Park
You would not be disappointed at all. Lots to see, do, relax and enjoy...
Written by juanital
15-May-2009
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very nice
kids just love it
Written by brandon
20-Jul-2009
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| Camping: |
| The campground is scenically located high above Little Beaver Creek and offers large shaded sites. The 55 non-electric sites have tables, fire rings, pit latrines and a dump station. Pet camping is permitted on designated sites. Two Rent-A-Camp units consisting of tent, covered picnic table, cook stove, cooler and other equipment are available by reservation during the summer season. Contact the park office for details.
A group camp area can accommodate organized groups up to 125 people and is available on a reservation basis. A horseman's camp offers primitive camping with water, latrines and tie-ups for those wishing to use the park's bridle trails. |
| Trails: |
| Approximately sixteen miles of hiking trails take the visitor to historic canal locks and through a steep walled gorge. Hikers will find several beautiful waterfalls by exploring the many tributary streams. A short trail from the campground to Oak Tree Point gives an excellent panorama of the scenic valley. Twenty-three miles of bridle trails provide access for horse and rider through the valley. |
| Picnicking: |
| Picnic areas are scenically located and provide tables and grills. A picnic shelter is available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| Boating: |
| Little Beaver Creek offers one of the most exciting canoe trips in the state of Ohio. Challenging rapids and breathtaking scenery are highlights of a trip through the Little Beaver Creek gorge. Please use caution when canoeing as the river's immense power is often hidden. The creek is navigable by canoe or rubber raft only. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Stream fishing is excellent for smallmouth bass and rock bass. Hunting is permitted in designated areas. A valid Ohio hunting and/or fishing license is required. |
| History of the Area: |
| The first inhabitants of the Beaver Creek area were Indians of the Fluted Point Culture nearly 10,000 years ago. Flint knives, fluted arrowheads and pottery have been found nearby. In more recent history, the Wyandot and Mingo Indians resided here. The family of Logan, the celebrated Mingo chief, was massacred near here on the Ohio River at the mouth of Yellow Creek--spurring Lord Dunmore's War in 1774. The first permanent white settler in the area, Trapper John Quinn, moved into the valley around 1790.
Remnants of the Sandy and Beaver Canal, a spur off the Ohio-Erie Canal, are found throughout the park. The 73-mile Sandy and Beaver Canal was built in the mid-1800s and contained 90 locks and 30 dams. Lusk's Lock, with its double-curved stone staircase is the largest and most artistic on the canal and still remains intact. Lusk's Lock is also known as Simon Girty's Lock because it is believed Girty, a notorious renegade during the Revolution, frequented the area.
As railroads came into Ohio, canal and river traffic declined. The founding of the Cleveland and Pittsburgh Railroad Company caused the closing of the Sandy and Beaver Canal in 1853.
The Little Beaver valley provided opportunity for water power and resulted in the construction of Gaston's Mill in 1837. The mill stands completely restored and today grinds whole wheat flour, corn meal and buckwheat flour on a seasonal basis. A pioneer village, adjacent to the mill, includes a log home, schoolhouse, blacksmith shop and a church.
Of other local, historical significance was the capture of the infamous Confederate General, John Hunt Morgan. Morgan was one of the Confederacy's most daring cavalrymen. Morgan and his 2,000 raiders crossed the entire width of Ohio from west to east before his eventual capture near the park.
The discovery of rich clay deposits in the area of East Liverpool led to the birth of the pottery industry in the 1840s. The industry was so prosperous that the area became known as the pottery center of the United States.
One pottery alone produced 24 tons of ware daily. Nearly three-fourths of the nation's white ware was produced in this region in the mid-1800s.
When the Ohio Department of Natural Resources was created in 1949, Beaver Creek was dedicated as a state park. |
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| Williamsport Chapel is situated on a high bluff near the campground. This fine, old structure was purchased in 1965 and restored by the Columbiana County Forests and Parks Council. Today, nondenominational church services are offered mid-May through September.
Two nearby state parks, Guilford Lake and Jefferson Lake, offer additional camping, swimming and boating opportunities. Guilford Lake, near Lisbon, accepts boats with up to ten horsepower motors. Jefferson Lake, near Richmond (Ohio), welcomes boats with electric motors only.
Highlandtown Wildlife Area, off State Route 39, manages 2,105 acres for hunting and fishing. Boats with electric motors only are permitted on the 170-acre lake.
The Ohio Historical Society's Museum of Ceramics is located in East Liverpool. The museum highlights the social history of East Liverpool through life-size dioramas portraying pottery production around 1900. Tours are available March through November. |
| Area Campgrounds | | | | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | B & B Baits
1717 E Elm St
Lima, OH
(419) 221-3812
| B & w Stoves & Tackle
449 N Main St
Lima, OH
(419) 228-7193
| Roberson Sporting Goods
6348 Germantown Rd
Middletown, OH
(513) 422-4191
| Forest Lake
2365 W 1st St
Springfield, OH
(937) 323-4266
| C & J Bait & Tackle
2462 Mechanicsburg Rd
Springfield, OH
(937) 390-9879
| Beaver Lake
1550 Pumphouse Rd
Springfield, OH
(937) 324-1891
| Bidwell Bait & Tackle
14489 State Route 554
Springfield, OH
(740) 388-8122
| Gibson's Carry Out & Drive
1815 Columbus Ave
Springfield, OH
(937) 322-6181
| Birdseed's Bait Shop
3706 Tytus Ave
Middletown, OH
(513) 422-2429
| Stony Meadows Fishing Lake
7798 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH
(513) 422-5291
| Triangle Fishing Lakes
7427 Franklin Madison Rd
Middletown, OH
(513) 422-0948
| Hy-Blast Inc
70 Enterprise Dr
Middletown, OH
(513) 424-0704
| Red's Sports
14125 Market St
North Lima, OH
(330) 549-5672
| Red's Sports
14125 Market St
Columbiana, OH
(330) 549-5672
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Holiday Inn
1920 Roschman Ave
Lima, OH
(419) 222-0004
| Courtyard By Marriott Hotel
100 S Fountain Ave
Springfield, OH
(937) 322-3600
| White Thorn Lodge
383 State Line Rd
Darlington, PA
(724) 843-9916
| Oak's Golf Club
2425 S Kemp Rd
Lima, OH
(419) 999-2586
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| 12021 Echo Dell Road, East Liverpool, OH 43920 |
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