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Events

  • Seneca Halloween Weekend

    October 18, 2024 – October 19, 2024
    Bring your favorite Halloween decorations for a weekend full of spooky fun at the lake!
  • Pleasant Hill Program Schedule

    October 19, 2024
    Enjoy fall at the with crafts, nature center open hours, and Movie at the Lake!
  • Charles Mill Fall Gathering & Celebration

    October 19, 2024 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
    More information to come! 10:30am-12:30pm Landscape Painting with Linda – Join Miss Linda Goodman in creating a beautiful Fall painting. The craft will take place in the Messerly Recreation Center […]
  • Seneca Hunter Education Course

    November 2, 2024 8:00 am – November 3, 2024 5:00 pm
    Take this two-day course to learn about conservation, safety, and ethics to the proper handling of shotguns, handguns, bowhunting gear, and more.
  • Atwood Christmas Workshop for Kids

    December 7, 2024 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
    Kids, ages 8 to 14, are invited to make presents for parents and siblings at Atwood Lake Park’s Christmas Workshop.
  • Charles Mill Lifesaver 5 & 10k Run/Walk

    December 14, 2024 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
    More information to come!
  • Pleasant Hill Christmas Workshop for Kids

    December 14, 2024 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
    Kids, ages 8 to 14, are invited to make presents for parents and siblings at Pleasant Hill Lake Park’s Christmas Workshop.

    News

    • MWCD Winter Drawdown Schedule and Reservoir Projects Released

      October 14, 2024
      The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) has announced its winter drawdown schedule, an essential annual operation that supports flood control and reservoir maintenance throughout the region. While MWCD lakes attract […]
    • MWCD is seeking public input regarding designation of the final major tributary within the Muskingum Watershed, the Walhonding River

      October 9, 2024
      NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO (October 9, 2024) – The Muskingum River Watershed provides hundreds of miles of scenic rivers and streams that are home to many Ohioans’ favorite paddling getaways. The watershed […]
    • MWCD Receives Auditor of State Award for Clean Audit Report

      September 24, 2024
      New Philadelphia, OH (September 24, 2024)— The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) has been awarded the ‘Auditor of State Award’ from the Ohio Auditor of State’s office for meeting a range of […]
    • State Fire Marshal Orders Ban on Open Burning for Certain Ohio Regions

      September 7, 2024
      Columbus, Ohio – In response to extremely dry conditions in various areas of the state, Ohio Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon has ordered a regional Ban on Open Burning effective immediately. The […]
    • MWCD Launches Ranger Call Center for Non-Emergency Issues

      September 6, 2024
      The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is launching a new 24-hour call center for visitors to contact MWCD Rangers and seek assistance with non-emergency issues. The call center number, 844-MWCD-LAW […]
    • Nearly Two-Thirds of Ohio Facing Drought Conditions; MWCD Announces Proactive Measures to Protect Water Resources

      August 28, 2024
      Ohio is currently experiencing significant drought conditions, with nearly two-thirds of the state affected, according to the latest data from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s “U.S. Drought Monitor.” As of Thursday, […]
    • MWCD Opens New Welcome Center at Tappan Lake Park

      August 26, 2024
      The MWCD officially opened the new Tappan Lake Welcome Center, a 3,900-square foot, $3.6 million facility that will enhance visitors’ experience at Tappan Lake with state-of-the-art facilities and a warm […]

      Explore MWCD

      Camping/Glamping

      Plan your next getaway with us. Whether you want to rough-it in a tent or get cozy in a cabin, we have campsites and activities for everyone. 

      Mother and daughter canoeing on the river Mother and daughter canoeing on the river

      Water Recreation

      Spend the day on the water! Our recreational activities on the lake include renting a boat or kayaks, fishing, and swimming at one of our many beaches.

      Group hiking up a trail Group hiking up a trail

      Hiking/Biking Trails

      Whether you want a steep challenge or a casual outing, choose from one of our many hiking trails and biking paths that explore the beauty of the watershed.

      Man and child fishing off the water bank Man and child fishing off the water bank

      Conservation

      We work to preserve our reservoirs, waterways, and shorelines so wildlife can thrive and people can enjoy them for generations.

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