Covering more than 8,000 square miles — or 20% of the state’s land — and all or portions of 27 counties, the Muskingum River Watershed is the largest drainage system in Ohio. Its 16 dams and reservoirs provide flood reduction and water conservation benefits for property owners, residents, and visitors in the region. 

With over 16,000 acres of water throughout the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District, residents and visitors can enjoy boatloads of entertainment all year-round. Our 10 permanent lakes and four reservoirs do so much more than conserve water and prevent flooding; they have become an attraction for millions of delighted guests every year.

The more we play outdoors, the more we love and preserve the outdoors, so come on out to camp, glamp, boat, kayak, jetski, fish, hunt, hike, bike, and swim in one of the MWCD parks!