 Alum Creek
The 3,400-acre reservoir located in southern Delaware County is Ohio’s 7th largest inland lake and has been one of Ohio’s most popular boating destinations since it was opened in 1974 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers . Map
The lake features the largest inland state park beach with a length of 3,000 feet. Alum Creek Lake and State Park is Ohio’s 2nd most visited park within the 74-state park system.
Alum Creek Lake is a highly popular central Ohio boating destination as it affords many opportunities to enjoy different types of boats that include sailboats, runabouts, bow riders, cruisers, pontoons, bass boats and other fishing boats, JetSkis and ski boats. The lake has a large expansive area south of Cheshire Road that offers unlimited horsepower and plenty of room for water skiers. The area of the lake north of the Ohio Route 36 Causeway is a no-wake zone and contains tree-lined shores, shale cliffs and sheltered inlets highly suitable for paddlers.
Alum Creek Lake also is a popular destination for sailboats and is home to the Alum Creek Sailing Association. In partnership with the Central Ohio Safe Boating Council and Ohio Department of Natural Resources the sailing association co-sponsors the annual Alum Creek Boating & Fishing Festival held each June.
The 65 miles of saw-toothed shoreline provide a haven for boaters and anglers. Alum Creek Lake is fast becoming one of Ohio’s premier muskie fishing lakes. Much of the muskie fishing action involves trolling large imitation baits and lures at depths of 5 to 8 feet in an area near the dam. The lake also hosts many local bass fishing tournaments and provides good fishing opportunities for bass, saugeye, crappie, sunfish, bluegill and catfish.
Boaters will find a full-service marina and boat launch ramp located in the state park. The marina offers boat rentals, fuel, seasonal dockage, boat repairs, parking and a picnic area. Additional boat ramps are located at the state park campground and at Hollenback Road on the west side of the lake, the New Galena and Cheshire ramps along the east side of the lake, and the Howard Road ramp located along the northeast portion of the lake. A convenient launch area suitable for non-powered craft can be found at Killbourne and Hogback Roads.
Alum Creek Lake is located just east of Delaware between US Route 23 and Interstate 71 about 15 miles north of Columbus and 135 miles northeast of Cincinnati and 120 miles southwest of Cleveland. |