Michael J Kirwan Lake
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
P.O. Box 58
Wayland, OH 44285-0058
Phone: (330) 358-2622
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NOTICE: Many states are discouraging or banning movement of firewood to control spread of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Not bringing wood from home to your campsite and not taking unused wood you procure while camping home with you is recommended -- required in some states. Check the following website to learn more: http://www.emeraldashborer.info/
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See the Michael J Kirwan Lake website for additional information. Primary recreational opportunities are listed below.
Directions & Lake History/Factoid
Directions: Take Exit 48 (State Route 225) off of Interstate 76 and travel north two miles to Cable Line Rd. Turn left on Cable Line Road. Go one mile to Wayland Rd. and turn right. Travel approximately 3/4 of a mile on Wayland Rd., the project entrance is located on your left side.
Factoid: The reservoir and surrounding land are leased to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources as West Branch State Park. Fishing at Michael J. Kirwan can be a very rewarding activity. The numerous deep feeder channels and shallow shoreline provide habitat for a variety of fish species. The reservoir has yielded many trophy size walleye, muskie, and striped bass.
Happenings Around the Lake
June 15 - 15: Water Safety Bonanza! at Main Swim Beach - Join us at the West Branch State Park Main Swim Beach from 11am - 2pm for our 4th annual event full of fun, games, activities and more! Bobber the Water Safety Dog will stop by for the kids. Don't miss out on the displays, demonstrations and prizes.
September 7 - 7: National Public Lands Day at Meet at Visitor Center Picnic Pavilion - Help clean-up and beautify your public lands during this annual event. Anyone can make a difference. It's your park - be a part of it! Scout troops and community groups welcome. Registration begins at 8am. BBQ lunch provided.
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Age & Disability Discount Passes
Recreation areas 1 - 2 of 2 at Michael J Kirwan Lake
Dam Area
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West Branch State Park
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Corps Managed
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$ Corps Fees Collected
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| Camping |
| E | Electric Campsites |
| N | Non-electric Campsites |
| T | Pull Through Campsites |
| G | Group Camping |
| D | Dump Station |
| Fishing |
| C | Fish Cleaning Stations |
| D | Fishing Docks |
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| Picnic |
| A | Picnic Area |
| G | Group Picnic |
| GS | Group Picnic Shelter |
| Swimming |
| BE | Beach |
| P | Swimming Pool |
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| Trails |
| B | Bike Trails |
| Q | Equestrian Trails |
| H | Hiking Trails |
| I | Hiking Trails - Interpretive |
| R | Off Road Vehicle Trails |
| M | Miscellaneous Trails |
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