Leesville Lake Vacation and Resort Properties

Leesville Lake is the result of Leesville Dam on Mcguire Creek in Carroll County, Ohio and is used for flood control, recreation and fish and wildlife protection, among other things. Construction of Leesville Dam was completed in 1937. At normal levels it has a surface area of 1.6 square miles. It is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lake property.

 

 

Leesville Lake was constructed primarily for flood control, recreation, fish and wildlife enhancement. Leesville Lake is a popular camping spot for youth and church groups. Recreation facilities at the Corps Leesville Lake are operated by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD).

Two marinas are located on the lake, being operated by private enterprises. Clow's Marina @ (740) 269-5371 and Petersburg Marina @ (330) 627-4270. Both marinas have boat rentals, snack bar, and related goods and services.

Golden Age and Golden Access and other Federal recreation passports are not honored at MWCD facilities.

 

 

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Nearby Attractions

Atwood Lake (6 miles)

A twood Lake was constructed primarily for flood control, recreation, fish and wildlife management. Located on the Corps' Atwood Lake, Atwood Lake Lodge and extensive recreation facilities are operated by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD).

Golden Age and Golden Access passports are not honored at MWCD facilites.

For tours of Atwood Dam, Intake Structure, and Flood Control Facilities contact the Project Supervisor at... More

 
Tappan Lake (9 miles)

At the Corps of Engineers' Tappan Lake, extensive recreation facilities are operated by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD). Visit their website at: www.mwcdlakes.com.

Tappan Lake is near a restored Indian village at Shoenbrunn State Park and the outdoor historical drama, "Trumpet in the Land."

The Tappan - Moravian Trail Scenic Byway provides an opportunity for visitors to enjoy the views along two beautiful lakes surrounded by heavily wooded hills. In addition to the... More

 
Dover Dam (13 miles)

No permanent pool, but there are day-use facilities along the river. Restored village of Zoar is 5 mi N of dam. Nearby attractions include Shoenbrunn State Park, operated by the Ohio Historical Society, and Warther Museum with 56 hard-carved, operating, miniature... More

 

 

 

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Other Lakes with the same name, or a similar name: Leesville Lake (Penhook, VA)