MARSH CREEK STATE PARK
Marsh Creek State Park is in the rolling hills of northcentral Chester County. The 1,705-acre park contains the 535-acre Marsh Creek Lake, which is great for fishing, sailing and is a reststop for migrating waterfowl.
Marsh Creek State Park was developed to help manage the water resources in the Brandywine Creek Watershed, which drains 330 square miles, most of which are in Chester County.
Frequent flooding, water shortages and lack of recreational opportunities for nearby population centers were problems in the watershed.
The sponsoring agencies all shared the construction costs of the dam and lake. They were: U.S. Soil Conservation Service, Chester County Water Resources Authority, Chester County Commissioners, Chester County Conservation District, the General State Authority and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources (now the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources).
The Chester County Water Resources Authority and Chester County Commissioners paid for utility and road relocations.
The Chester County Water Resources Authority also acquired the land rights for the project. Subsequently, the Department of Environmental Resources acquired the land around the lake for recreation from the Water Resources Authority for approximately $1.1 million. Project 70 bond funds were used to acquire the land at this site.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania constructed and operates the recreational facilities.
There is no overnight camping at Marsh Creek State Park. Within one mile of the park is a privately owned campground on PA 282. French Creek State Park is 20 miles to the north and has year-round camping.
Hotels/Motels
Come experience the rich history and refined hospitality of the Waynebrook Inn, Est. 1865. Our charming full service hotel has been splendidly refurbished and is nestled in the midst of beautiful Amish farm country near Lancaster in historic Chester County. At the Waynebrook you can experience that rarity among country inns along with the amenities of a full service hotel...the elegance and beguiling charm of American Inns of yesteryear coupled with the modern conveniences today's travelers demand.
9.7 miles from park*
BBs / Inns
Spend the night in an art gallery Romantic BB in Lancaster County with gas fireplaces in all rooms, two with Jacuzzi's. Gourmet breakfasts. Near antique center, outlets, Amish attractions.
18.1 miles from park*
Restaurant
Come experience the rich history and refined hospitality of the Waynebrook Inn, Est. 1865. Our charming full service hotel has been splendidly refurbished and is nestled in the midst of beautiful Amish farm country near Lancaster in historic Chester County. At the Waynebrook you can experience that rarity among country inns along with the amenities of a full service hotel...the elegance and beguiling charm of American Inns of yesteryear coupled with the modern conveniences today's travelers demand.
9.7 miles from park*
The accessible ?L? shaped swimming pool complex attracts many visitors. The guarded pools are open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day unless posted otherwise. A shallow wading pool and swimming pool are available. A snackbar, sunning area and bathhouse are nearby. Fee charged for pool use.
Boating: electric motors permitted
The 535-acre Marsh Creek Lake has two boat launch areas and 220 seasonal mooring slips. The lake is especially popular with sailboaters who take advantage of the combination of good natural terrain and prevailing winds. Approved sailboat races draw spectators who enjoy the water activity from the lakeshore.
A boat rental concession at the East Launch offers rowboats, canoes and sailboats throughout the summer and weather permitting, on weekends during the spring and autumn.
it is a really good park. very beautiful. the kids though it was fantastic. lot of things to do. looking for something to do? this is the perfect thing. the only bad thing is the that the nearest food place is kind of far away, but thats ok.
me and the kids give it an A++
Out of most of the state parks in the Delaware valley, this one seems to be the best in terms of seclusion, closeness and the availability of electric or non electric supported sites. Each site is a comfortable distance from the others and theres plenty of room to spread out. Lots of woods and great fishing. The only downside is the nearest place to buy food is a bit of a drive from the site but other than that its great!
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