Caesar Creek Lake reaches depths of up to 115 feet near the dam, making it the deepest lake in the Ohio state park system.
The area surrounding the marina is world-renowned for its abundance of Ordovician-period fossils, specifically brachiopods and bryozoans.
Caesar Creek Lake is frequently stocked with muskellunge, which is one of the primary trophy fish species sought by anglers in this region.
The reservoir was created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers primarily for flood control purposes before transitioning to recreational management.
The park contains the remnants of the submerged village of New Burlington, which was relocated during the construction of the dam in the 1970s.
Caesar Creek State Park Marina serves as the primary boating hub on the 2,830-acre Caesar Creek Lake, the deepest reservoir in the Ohio state park system. The facility provides deep-water access, making it a popular destination for sailing and motorboating within the 7,900-acre park. It offers 284 seasonal docks and is managed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The marina area functions as the gateway to the lake’s diverse water-based recreational activities, including fishing for muskie, crappie, and bass. Surrounding the water are limestone-rich fossil beds, as the park is a designated site for recreational fossil collecting. The marina area is adjacent to miles of hiking and bridle trails that traverse the varied topography of the park. Visitors can access boat rental services and fuel stations directly at this location during the primary boating season.
The elevated overlook point near the marina parking area providing a panoramic view of the lake and the dam infrastructure.
Bring a small bucket and a hand trowel if you plan to search for fossils in the exposed limestone banks near the marina area.
Download offline maps before arriving, as cellular reception can be inconsistent within the deeper valleys of the park.
Check the official ODNR website for current water quality alerts or boating advisories before heading out.
Do not attempt to swim in the marina basin, as boat traffic makes it unsafe and prohibited.
Marina services and boat rentals are seasonal and generally operate from spring through late autumn.
Observe all 'no-wake' zone markers near the marina; ensure life jackets are accessible for every passenger on board.
