It's a clean, family and pet friendly place to spend a beautiful Sunday. We love renting the little motor boats putting our pup in and driving around the lake while eating lunch. The prices are reasonable, and the staff is always lovely read more

Its beautiful , but the hunting on Milford Rd (the field across from Park Rd) has GOT to stop! Its so scary with the kids visit or Im walking the dogs. read more

Spent a lot of time here, love going out on the water! Easy to rent boats and other water activities to do. They have a nice pool area at the top of the hill. There is a cool hiking trail here we like to take the dogs on. Decent snack bar and good parking but it can get crowded on nice days. I have fished here also and reeled in some nice fish read more

Aint State Parks great? First, they are free to get in. Second, Pennsylvania has some great hiking trails Third, The things that do cost money are very affordable Never go to a commercial campsite. They charge sometimes 3 or 4 times more than the State Parks do and the staties are offering the same amenities in a cleaner , safer environment.. Ive singled out Marsh Creek here because weve been going to it frequently this summer. All of the State parks have their plusses and minuses, the plusses of Marsh Creek are the water activities. As you come up park drive you will see the beautiful, sprawling Marsh Creek Lake. Unfortunately, there is no swimming here but you are welcome to bring a boat or rent one of the many watercrafts at the marina. No swimming in the lake but that brings me to the main reason we come here.....the ool notice there is no "P" in it. Lets keep it that way! Seriously, the pool is great. There is a $7 per person fee on weekdays ( maybe more on weekends) If you compare that to the many exclusive and discriminatory swim clubs around, its pretty reasonable. For a public pool, its very well maintained, both in the pool and out. There is something there called the "sprayground", which is a fountain area which is fun for the kids. The pool is well guarded by as many as 6 lifeguards at all times. They have the requisite snack bar ( but they allow you to bring your own food to picnic if you wish). The bathrooms are clean with a shower/changing area included. My only complaint is that there is no extra baby pool separate from the main pool and I get a little skeeved seeing the diapered ones in the same pool as me but when its in the high 90s, I get over it. This place is perfect for us middle class folk, who cant afford to become members of a swim club and are tired of making their kids swim in the creek. So support our State Parks people! Sometimes your tax dollars go towards something worthwhile. read more

Many people utilize Marsh Creek State Park for it's bar-b-cue pits, fishing, and enormous pool which are great, I use it for it's rolling trails, switch-backs and single track routes through the woods on a mountain bike. Living right on Park Road, we tend to take it for granted being right on the State Park which serves thousands of people each weekend in season but ALWAYS take full advantage of the hiking by foot or bike through the miles upon miles of trails available. They are technical but any novice could traverse through most of the man-made (and groomed) trails that surround the park. The dogs love the little swimming holes and some sandy beaches that pepper the edge of the lake. Winter time brings on a whole new excitement when the ice is thick enough to walk on. Enjoy beautiful sunsets while you stand on top of the man made lake with 4" of ice separating you from the cold abyss below! Marsh Creek is bound to have something to please. Great for family trips or individual hikes! read more

Marsh Creek State Park - Beautiful trails - Parks Near Me - Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Beautiful lake, if albeit overpressured (for anglers and boaters during peak seaon). The park offers a nice hike along the trails and plenty of picnic benches and park style charcoal grills for free on a first come basis. One issue is that the pool does have a fee to enter. Screw that, just head to the lake and rent your floatation device of your choice (paddleboats!). In winter, the lake typically freezes deep enough to skate on. I can't wait. read more

This state Park is increasingly diminished by new development all around it. The lake holds big fish but is most accessible by boat. It tends to get crowded in the summer with kayaks and canoes which can make it a little frustrating if you're hoping to get out on a quiet fishing excursion. read more

I would be remiss if I did not sing the praises of the pool here on the yelp forum. Only $7 to get in and no membership red tape to deal with. Wonderful sprinklers and fountains to play in and an enormous pool! It uses a salt water system instead of more traditional chlorine but it's VERY clean and spacious. No kiddie pool here for tots but swimming diapers are allowed from what I observed. It's located about 10 minutes from the Downingtown exit on the PA turnpike. read more

Excellent summer location. Rent boats, canoes, paddle boats, or my favorite the standup paddle board...or sup.

Beautiful day with nothing to do? Hop in the car and go to marsh creek. Beautiful lake where you can fish, kayak or canoe. Maybe you want to have a Picnic or grill or just take in the scenery. There's a swimming pool that's open to a day's worth of fun for only 8$. The list goes on and on. Great place. read more

A great place to both kayak and mountain bike. I'm so happy to live so close to this park.

Such a great place to take the family. We did the boats & the staff were very polite & helpful. My kids loved it so I will be back for sure.

Love going to this pool. Buy annual pass yearly. This may be my last year buying yearly pass. The pool is CLOSED more than it is OPEN. Staffing appears too be problem. Just found out the pool will be CLOSED the whole week before Labor Day. Well then don't charge so much for the season passes. Or get another company in there that will adequately staff the pool for the whole season. Subcontract those days you are unable too staff. This is a real problem. Now, thinking of safety. If staffing is a problem, do you staff enough lifeguards??? read more

i went kayaking here a few times and the park rangers are a pain in the ...neck Now 2016....still stinks read more

Me wuv did place! It has best #2 dropping places, amazing smells, local wildlife entertainment (e.g. SQUIRRELS!!!!!) and a pool for me humans. I wuv walking with my owners and chasing the mini-humans on the playground. 5 doggie stars! WOOF! read more

We haven't been to the pool at marsh creek in a few summers. We were really excited to see the new little sprinkler park set up inside the pool area! Had a blast for a fee that was more than reasonable ($7 per person). We will definitely be going back soon! read more

Im new to the area. From the Midwest. Looking for places near Exton to hike with my dog. Very nice trails and everyone I saw was dog friendly. Glad to have a place like this so close to home. read more

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Great place for outdoor fun and games. From hiking to sailing, marsh creek has got it all. It is great for families to bring kids and have fun kayaking and boating, not to mention you can rent cars there too. If you love fishing marsh creeks got it too. They have yellow perch to large sized bass with live bait vending machines, which can be very helpful if you have forgotten your bait. All of marsh creek is just a blast. read more

Way better state park than French Creek. Cleaner and more family oriented. Their pool is awesome. Oh! and AT&T iphone got signal there! yay :D read more

Came here for paddle boarding in the summer. Overall the experience was nice and pleasant, but I did have some gripes. Parking lot was really full so we parked very far from the dock. After we bought the tickets, we were directed to go to the dock, but we still had some belongings with us that we needed to stash. The locker prices were exorbitant, so we trekked back to the car to stow our things. That was about 10-15 min gone there (it's an uphill walk through the parking lot). So we get set up with the boards and we're off. I think we had an hour booked. I checked the time we took off and made a mental note of when to return. We got back maybe 10 min after that planned time b/c we were fighting the current on the return, which had switched directions while we were out. When we got back to ticketing to pick up the collateral (license or car keys), they charged us for an extra half hour b/c turns out time started when we bought the ticket. If I wasn't so tired by then I would have fought it. That was so annoying - for what we're paying, why can't lockers be comped at all??? Lantern flies were also horrendous and everywhere. Hopefully that improves for the future. read more

Beautiful large lake for kayaking with nice coves to paddle into. Some wildlife, although with so many people on the lake they tend to hide. Yes, it gets very crowded: sometimes you can't find a spot to park your car. The western shore launch area is not an easy spot for getting in the water with a kayak or canoe. If you are already in the water, they don't have much in terms of access if you want to get out of your kayak or canoe and stretch your legs out. Most spots have strategically placed rocks to prevent you from getting out. read more

Biking and hiking trails are absolutely incredible, especially when they lead you away from the main spot (where everyone is) by the boat rental and pool. Also, renting small boats and kayaks are definitely worthwhile. The price is reasonable and it is a great time. I would definitely consider planning a small hour trip or so to go check out the marsh creek dam (you can access it from a path (cars not allowed) on Dorlan Mill Road). Try to go not on weekends if possible to avoid huge crowds. Living a two minute drive to the park and being able to see the lake in my backyard, I can personally vouch that marsh creek state park is an incredible spot to go to. read more

Hi there, Marsh Creek Is a beautiful place to come It has everything you can ask for !!! They have beautiful lake where you can fish. All of you who enjoy going in the sparkling water we have for you a lot of choices Canoes , Kayaking and Boating so you can tour everything that makes Marsh Creek has to offer. Even on hot Summer nights you Barbeque under the stars. Enjoy your trip! read more

ON AUGUST 30, a reviewer posted a photo of some water birds, and wondered what they were. A friend who is a great windsurfer and bird photographer tells me they are DOUBLE BREASTED CORMORANTS .... the common variety seen on the East coast. They are considered a nuisance in New England where they nest....they poop a lot. Hope this helps!! read more

Highly recommend floating in the lake than wasting $ on that dirty pool. I'd rather be covered in algae than weave/hair.

my boyfriend and i were visiting my parents in PA, and drove an hour from their house for the saturday 9 am stand up paddleboard class. We loved it! we were both first-timers but it was very easy to learn. the paddleboard class ended up actually being a "paddle-fit" class, so we paddled out to a cove on the lake and did about 45 minutes of yoga and pilates exercises on the board in the water. such a great workout for your entire body, especially your core! the instructor was so great, and very energetic. definitely call ahead of time or get there early to signup, because the class does fill up! highly recommend...the facilities were beautiful, very clean and pristine. I can't wait to go back! read more

LOVE it here. great local spot with great hiking/biking trails. The lake is calm and great for kayaking/paddle-boarding/fishing. very refreshing place to visit that is always clean and very well kept. read more

Good place to enjoy weekend, play on water. Greate for paddle board and kayak in lake.

This a great place to spend almost any kind of day. During the summer they have a splash pad and pool which is great for all ages. There is also an adorable park which is geared for toddlers up to some bigger kids. The trails are beautifully maintained and the waters edge is clean. There are boats and fishing options. They have picnic areas and plenty of parking. In the fall the foliage is absolutely amazing! And spring, the growth is beautiful. read more

Great staff, fun activities and a beautiful park. Compared to other boat/canoe/paddle board etc rentals this was more expensive than other places we have visited. The walking/biking trails are amazing and the lake is a nice place to take a little swim. read more

Been going here for years - don't really fish anymore, but it is decent here. Kayaking is good, easy access to the water and there is a lot of area to cover if you want to paddle out and explore the cove on the left of the boathouse area. Good park and lake for kids. read more

My 5 year old and 7 year old needed swimming lessons and being on a budget, I was happy to see the price being offered at Marsh Creek Swimming Pool. I was a little skeptical of how much my children would learn at a public pool (comparing to a place like West Chester Univ. which is known for their swimming instruction). I couldn't find any reviews from other parents, so I took a chance. I am SO happy I did. It was such a great experience! The pool is beautiful and clean. The instructors were great with the kids. There was a nice big old oak? tree on the grass near the pool where all the parents could take shade while the kids had their lessons. Loretta, the director was excellent, and was always right there for the kids, instructors and the parents. By the end of our two weeks my children learned so much and that has brought me such peace of mind. We plan to come back and do a family day at the pool (though I was warned it gets very crowded on the weekends so we will definitely go on a weekday.) We look forward to continuing lessons next summer. Swim lessons at Marsh Creek far exceeded my expectations!! read more