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Wills Creek Lake

Conesville, Ohio · Coshocton County

A 900-acre lake near Roscoe Village, a restored town on the Ohio-Erie Canal. There are several river access points operated by Ohio Department of Natural Resources. A handicap fishing access is being developed below the dam for 2004.

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About Wills Creek Lake

A 900-acre lake near Roscoe Village, a restored town on the Ohio-Erie Canal. There are several river access points operated by Ohio Department of Natural Resources. A handicap fishing access is being developed below the dam for 2004.

How to Get There

From Coshocton, Ohio, take State Route 16 West to State Route 83 South. On State Route 83 South go approximately 4.5 miles and turn right onto County Road 429 (stay to the left at all intersections). Turn left at County Road 497, which goes across Wills Creek Dam. The project office is located on the far side.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Wills Creek Lake

Heading to Wills Creek Lake? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Wills Creek Lake?

No central reservation system listed for Wills Creek Lake. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/337) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Wills Creek Lake?

From Coshocton, Ohio, take State Route 16 West to State Route 83 South. On State Route 83 South go approximately 4.5 miles and turn right onto County Road 429 (stay to the left at all intersections). Turn left at County Road 497, which goes across Wills Creek Dam. The project office is located on the far side.

How do I contact Wills Creek Lake?

You can reach the park at phone: (740) 829-2425.