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Clendening Lake

Tippecanoe, Ohio · Harrison County

The Corps' Clendening Lake has been retained in a natural setting with no commercial development except the marina. Recreation facilities are operated by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District. Visit their website at: www.mwcdlakes.com. Golden Age and Golden Access passports are not honored at MWCD facilities.

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About Clendening Lake

The Corps' Clendening Lake has been retained in a natural setting with no commercial development except the marina. Recreation facilities are operated by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District. Visit their website at: www.mwcdlakes.com. Golden Age and Golden Access passports are not honored at MWCD facilities.

How to Get There

Approximately 10 miles southeast of Uhrichsville, Ohio. At Uhrichsville, take State Route 800 south to 1/4 mile east of Tippecanoe, Ohio. Turn onto County Road 69, approximately 1/2 mile down the road is the entrance to Clendening Dam.

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Plan Your Visit to Clendening Lake

Heading to Clendening 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 Clendening Lake?

No central reservation system listed for Clendening Lake. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/343) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Clendening Lake?

Approximately 10 miles southeast of Uhrichsville, Ohio. At Uhrichsville, take State Route 800 south to 1/4 mile east of Tippecanoe, Ohio. Turn onto County Road 69, approximately 1/2 mile down the road is the entrance to Clendening Dam.

How do I contact Clendening Lake?

You can reach the park at phone: (740) 658-3743.