Mill Creek Recreation Area

Mill Creek Recreation Area offers a convenient public boat ramp on Berlin Lake, a 3,590-acre impoundment on the Mahoning River in northeastern Ohio. Located near North Benton in Portage County, this Army Corps of Engineers facility provides full amenities including a maintained boat ramp, modern restrooms, showers, and a dump station. The lake's 70 miles of shoreline make it suitable for kayaking, canoeing, and recreational boating of various types.

This is primarily a family-oriented campground destination rather than a day-use only access area. The facility offers 295 campsites (over 100 with electric hookups) and is reservable through Recreation.gov by calling 330-547-8180. To reach the ramp, take Exit 54 from I-76 and follow State Route 534 south about 5.5 miles to U.S. Route 224, then turn west toward Berlin Center and follow signs to Bedell Road. Berlin Lake is known for excellent walleye fishing and is a popular destination for swimming and water recreation.

Overview
Mill Creek Recreation Area is an ideal family campground located on Berlin Lake in northeastern Ohio. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hunting, picnicking and camping.Recreation
The lake is a popular location for boating, swimming, and fishing. Berlin Lake is renowned for its excellent walleye fishing. It is one of the few area lakes where natural reproduction of the species occurs....

Overview
Mill Creek Recreation Area is an ideal family campground located on Berlin Lake in northeastern Ohio. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hunting, picnicking and camping.Recreation
The lake is a popular location for boating, swimming, and fishing. Berlin Lake is renowned for its excellent walleye fishing. It is one of the few area lakes where natural reproduction of the species occurs. Anglers will also find largemouth and smallmouth bass, muskie, crappie and bluegill.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources manages over 6,800 acres of project lands for public hunting and wildlife management purposes. Small game species are found in abundance and hunting areas can be easily accessed.Facilities
Mill Creek Campground offers 295 sites ranging from wooded water sites to grassy sites in the sun. Over 100 sites have electric hookups. Other amenities include a dump station, showers, flush restrooms, a boat ramp, playgrounds, and a volleyball court.
Natural Features
Berlin Lake is situated on the Mahoning River, where it covers 3,590 acres and offers 70 miles of shoreline. The banks of the lake are gently to moderately sloped, allowing for easy access. Beech and maple trees cover the area, offering shade and beautiful fall color.

A variety of wildlife makes its home around the lake. Visitors delight in viewing nesting ospreys. Bald eagles can occasionally be seen in the area as well.
Nearby Attractions
Noah's Lost Ark Animal Sanctuary is just one mile south. The sanctuary is home to a large variety of big and small cats, including lions, tigers, cougars, leopards, bobcats and lynx.
Wolves, coyotes, fox, bears, camels, zebras and primates also live in Noah's Lost Ark. Children love the sanctuary's petting zoo and educational tours.

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