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| General | Land, acres | 354 | | | Water, acres | 15 | | Day-Use | Fishing | yes | | | Hiking Trail, miles | 3.5 | | | Picnicking | yes | | | Picnic Shelters, # | 1 | | Winter | Cross-Country Skiing | yes | | | Ice Fishing | yes |
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| State Park Overview: |
 | The swamps and marshlands of Tinker's Creek State Park harbor a variety of natural wonders. Herons, ducks, geese and beaver can be found in the spring-fed waters, while cattail, buttonbush and swamp white oak line the shores of this beautiful park. |
| Nature of the Area: |
| The majority of Tinker's Creek State Park is maintained in its original state as a swamp and marshland. These wetlands owe their existence to the glaciers that invaded Ohio during the Pleistocene Ice Age. Glacial features include moraines, kames and eskers. Moraines were formed when a glacier remained stationary for a long period of time leaving hills of boulders, sand and gravel. Kames are deposits of sand and gravel that fell through holes in the ice leaving circular hills. Eskers are deposits of sand and gravel that dropped through ice tunnels leaving long serpentine mounds. Many fine examples of these glacial features are found in the region.
This part of Ohio is known for the number of naturally occurring lakes. Hugh blocks of ice broke free from the glaciers creating depressions which filled as the ice blocks melted. These are known as kettle lakes. Over the ensuing 10,000 years, these lakes have partially filled with sediment leaving boggy wetlands with unique assemblages of plants. Buttonbush, alder and swamp white oak are predominate.
During the spring and fall migration periods, the marsh provides food and shelter for thousands of waterfowl. Mallards, wood ducks and Canada geese nest in the marshlands each year. In addition, woodcock, rail, gallinule, snipe, heron and bittern are often sighted. Beaver and muskrat are common residents. |
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| Trails: |
| Three hiking trails are ideal for jogging, nature study or cross-country skiing. |
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| Picnicking: |
| Shaded by swamp white oak trees, the picnic areas provide a scenic setting for get-togethers. A shelter house with electricity is available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| The spring-fed lake offers anglers catches of bass, bluegill, crappie, perch and catfish. Bluegills and bass are also found in the two ponds located along Pond Run Trail. |
| History of the Area: |
| The region of Tinker's Creek before European settlement was extremely valuable to Native Americans. This area is one of the highest points of the state and lies near the watershed divide in Ohio. The nearby Cuyahoga River flows north to Lake Erie, while the Tuscarawas (through the Muskingum) drains to the Ohio River. This proved advantageous as transportation by canoe from Lake Erie to the Ohio River was possible with only one 8-mile overland portage. The old Indian portage path traveled from the Cuyahoga to the Tuscarawas. This area became an important trade center for both pioneers and Indians. Cheesemaking was one of the early industries of the area (which was often referred to as Cheesedom. Nearly as soon as the first settlers arrived did cheesemaking commence. By 1834, northeast Ohio cheese controlled the southern markets. Eventually, canal and rail transportation increased the area's importance.
In the years prior to the state's acquisition of the land, the area was a private park known as Colonial Spring Gardens. The park was situated around a 10-acre, man-made lake and offered recreational opportunities. The state of Ohio purchased the land in 1966, and in May 1973, Tinker's Creek was dedicated as a state park. |
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| Area Attractions: |
| Tinker's Creek State Nature Preserve is located adjacent to the state park and features extensive marshes. A 1.5-mile trail, known as the Seven Ponds Trail, features a boardwalk through the wetlands. An observation deck has been constructed to allow visitors excellent views of waterfowl. The preserve is open during daylight hours and is accessible only on foot. Parking is available on Old Mill Road in Aurora.
West Branch State Park, located east of Ravenna, offers opportunities for camping, fishing, swimming, hunting and boating. The city of Aurora is home to the popular Six Flags World of Adventure. |
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(440) 564-1195
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3064 State Route 43
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(330) 673-1964
| Stow Silver Springs Park
5238 Young Rd
Akron, OH
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| Heritage Barn
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(330) 689-2759
| Portage Lakes State Park
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| Hosmer Lake
16070 Tavern Rd
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(440) 834-9190
| Yogi Bear's Jellystone Camp
3392 State Route 82
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(330) 562-9100
| Nelson Ledges Quarry Park
12414 Nelson Ledge Rd
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| Cherokee Park Co
3064 State Route 43
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(330) 673-1964
| Mogadore Reservoir
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(330) 628-2672
| Hidden Valley Camp Ground
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(330) 297-1175
| Valley View Lake Park
8326 Ferguson Rd
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(330) 626-2041
| Koa-Streetsboro Cleveland Se
187 State Route 303
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(330) 650-2552
| Stow Silver Springs Park
3760 Darrow Rd
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(330) 626-4251
| Dover Lake Waterpark
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(330) 467-7946
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187 State Route 303
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| Akron Mogadore Reservoir
2578 State Route 43
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(330) 628-2672
| YMCA: Mogadore Park YMCA
2578 State Route 43
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(330) 628-2672
| Countryside Camp Ground
2687 State Route 43
Mogadore, OH
(330) 628-1212
| Kool Lakes Camp
12990 Nelson Ledge Rd
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(440) 548-8436
| Traveler's Woods
11922 Brosius Rd
Garrettsville, OH
(330) 527-4232
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Party Line Beverage & Bait
424 W Turkeyfoot Lake Rd
Akron, OH
(330) 644-4494
| Fisherman's Shack
3294 S Main St
Akron, OH
(330) 645-9256
| November Gun Bait & Tackle
1437 State Route 43
Mogadore, OH
(330) 628-0138
| Bass Boss Bait Inc
2934 Arcadia Rd
Akron, OH
(330) 628-9147
| Long Lake Bait & Tackle
855 Portage Lakes Dr
Akron, OH
(330) 644-1901
| West Branch Marina
8109 Cable Line Rd
Ravenna, OH
(330) 296-9209
| West Branch Bait & Tackle
5353 State Route 14
Ravenna, OH
(330) 297-9901
| TMF Sports Shop Inc
4081 Sandy Lake Rd
Ravenna, OH
(330) 296-2614
| Akron Wholesale Live Bait
1856 Conley Rd
Mogadore, OH
(330) 628-2679
| Mogadore Bait & Tackle
780 Randolph Rd
Mogadore, OH
(330) 628-9872
| Sunrise Bait & Tackle
948 Frederick Blvd
Akron, OH
(330) 864-5480
| Manda Bait & Tackle
947 Portage Lakes Dr
Akron, OH
(330) 644-6774
| Anchor Bait & Tackle
2618 State Route 43
Mogadore, OH
(330) 628-3343
| Falls Outdoor Sports
2719 Front St
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
(330) 929-9977
| Gander Mountain
2685 Creekside Dr
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(330) 405-2999
| Springfield Lake Bait & Tacle
2365 Canfield Rd
Akron, OH
(330) 733-3327
| Kame's Sport Center
Akron, OH
(330) 535-2637
| Angler's Mail
6495 Pearl Rd
Cleveland, OH
(440) 884-7877
| Reptile Specialists
5561 Ridge Rd
Cleveland, OH
(440) 888-4194
| Parma Bait & Tackle
5341 Broadview Rd
Cleveland, OH
(216) 398-9877
| Atlantic Gun & Tackle
7594 Chippewa Rd
Cleveland, OH
(440) 526-1176
| L & D Bait & Tackle & Txdrmst
18508 Detroit Ave
Cleveland, OH
(216) 226-3474
| Frank's Tackle Co
10802 Madison Ave
Cleveland, OH
(216) 961-4000
| Travelrods Limited
14600 Detroit Ave
Cleveland, OH
(216) 221-3993
| Atlantic Gun & Tackle
5425 Northfield Rd
Cleveland, OH
(216) 475-5240
| Kulis Freeze Dry
725 Broadway Ave
Cleveland, OH
(440) 232-8352
| Parma Bait
5561 Ridge Rd
Cleveland, OH
(440) 888-4194
| Shine's Live Bait
1287 E 55th St
Cleveland, OH
(216) 431-9090
| Ted's Bait & Tackle
4417 Detroit Ave
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(216) 651-5321
| Chagrin River Gillies
1540 Chagrin River Rd
Gates Mills, OH
(440) 423-1291
| Weldon Tackle
18613 Saint Clair Ave
Cleveland, OH
(216) 531-2907
| Bob Phillips Elec Co
1064 Ravenna Rd
Kent, OH
(330) 673-5202
| Pier Grill
3224 Cleveland Memorial Shrwy
Cleveland, OH
(216) 281-4900
| Fishing Pier
22464 Lake Rd
Cleveland, OH
(440) 356-5650
| A-Hoy Sara-J Fishing Charters
6861 Chadbourne Dr
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(216) 642-5556
| JT Sport Fishing Charters
3618 E 65th St
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| A Reel Thrill Charter
5415 Amherst Dr
Cleveland, OH
(440) 887-0463
| Fishing Boat Charter
4315 Royalton Rd
Cleveland, OH
(440) 237-9303
| Pine Lake Trout Club
17021 Chillicothe Rd
Chagrin Falls, OH
(440) 543-1331
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330 N Prospect St
Ravenna, OH
(330) 525-5563
| Punderson Manor Resort
11175 Kinsman Rd
Newbury, OH
(440) 564-5465
| Bluegreen Vacation Club
5595 Transportation Blvd # 110
Cleveland, OH
(216) 750-1100
| Last Resort Animal Haven & Pet
8370 Mayfield Rd
Chesterland, OH
(440) 729-7387
| Sheraton
1989 Front St
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(330) 929-3000
| Courtyard By Marriott Akron
4047 Bridgewater Pkwy
Stow, OH
(330) 945-9722
| Residence Inn-Akron
120 Montrose West Ave
Copley, OH
(330) 666-4811
| Radisson Inn Akron Fairlawn
200 Montrose West Ave
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(330) 666-9300
| Radisson Hotel Akron City Ctr
20 W Mill St
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(330) 384-1500
| Carino Collection Hotels & Resorts
15300 Pearl Rd
Cleveland, OH
(440) 878-9400
| TownePlace Suites by Marriott
7325 Engle Rd
Cleveland, OH
(440) 243-8564
| Marriott Hotels & Resorts: Cleveland Airport Marriott
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(216) 252-5333
| Vacation Resorts International
24748 Aurora Rd
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| Cleveland Marriott East
26300 Harvard Rd
Cleveland, OH
(216) 378-9191
| Clarion Cleveland South
5300 Rockside Rd
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(216) 524-0700
| Courtyard by Marriott: Airport South/Middleburg Heights
7345 Engle Rd
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(440) 243-8785
| Boston Mills/Brandywine Ski
7100 Riverview Rd
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(330) 657-2334
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127 Public sq
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(216) 696-9200
| Hyatt Regency Cleveland
420 Superior Ave E
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651 Huron Rd E
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(216) 377-9000
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10620 Mayfield Rd
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