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Wingfoot Lake, Ohio’s newest state park and wildlife area, now
open
COLUMBUS, August 27, 2010:
Beginning today, Wingfoot Lake State Park and Wildlife Area
in Portage County will be open
to the public daily, according to the
Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Wingfoot Lake’s 444 acres offer visitors an opportunity for
fishing with a valid Ohio fishing
license and boating (limited to 10 HP). Periodic archery
programs, controlled waterfowl hunting and trapping will be
offered this fall at the wildlife area.
Additionally, the day-use facility features a host of
recreational facilities including: mini golf, disc golf, paved
walking paths, playgrounds, baseball fields, tennis and
basketball courts, sand volleyball
courts, bocce ball and badminton
courts and horseshoes.
Boat rentals will be available, and six large shelterhouses will
be available by reservation. There are no overnight facilities
or camping available.
Wingfoot Lake State Park and Wildlife Area is located off
Waterloo Road near the community of
Suffield in Portage County.
Reservations for the shelterhouses can be made up to one year in
advance by calling 866-OHIOPARKS (866-644-6727)
or on-line at
www.ohiostateparks.org. General information
about Wingfoot Lake is also available at
www.ohiostateparks.org, and information regarding
fishing, hunting and trapping can be found at
www.wildohio.com.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources ensures a balance
between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the
benefit of all. Visit the ODNR Web site at
www.ohiodnr.com.
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