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Buck Creek State Park's north end access provides a four-lane concrete boat ramp offering excellent launching facilities for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters on Clarence J. Brown Lake. This 2,120-acre reservoir on Buck Creek, located just northeast of Springfield, supports unlimited horsepower boating, making it suitable for a variety of watercraft. The access point benefits from full-service marina amenities, including fuel, a snack bar, bait shop, and seasonal dock rentals, along with a dump station for boaters needing waste disposal.
Beyond paddling, the lake offers diverse recreation opportunities including a 2,400-foot swimming beach and excellent fishing. The area is also recognized as an Important Bird Area, making it ideal for paddlers interested in wildlife viewing. The reservoir's size and calm conditions make it well-suited for both casual paddlers and day-use boaters seeking a well-developed launch facility with convenient support services nearby.