Carroll County Outdoors

Carroll County is home to two Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District Lakes; Atwood and Leesville Lakes. The lakes were built in the late 1930’s for flood control. Both lakes are owned and operated by the District which is also responsible for managing conservation and recreational activities.

Atwood Lake offers enjoyment for everyone. With easy access from major highways, the lake has two marinas that offer boat sales and service, public boat launches, boat rentals, bait and licenses and food service. The west end of the lake is home to the Atwood Lake Park where vacationers will find swimming, camping, hiking, cabin rentals and a host of outdoor activities. Atwood Lake is known for its sailing and fishing. It has a 25 horsepower limit.

Leesville Lake is a fisherman’s paradise, with record size “muskies” and a population of channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie and bluegill. The lake has a 10 horsepower limit. The lake has two marinas which offer boat sales and service, boat rentals, docking, bait and licenses and food service. The marinas also offer over 200 campsites in quiet wooded areas with electric hook-ups. Hunting is permitted is designated areas during state seasons. Ohio licenses are required for hunting, fishing and trapping.

Come Experience Our Beautiful Lakes!!