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Wingfoot Lake

Boat Ramps
2
Access Points
7
Campsites
3

Wingfoot Lake encompasses 444 acres in Portage County, Ohio, with a rich history tied to the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. The lake features a no-wake restriction for all watercraft, making it particularly suitable for paddling. Two boat launch ramps are available in the adjacent Wingfoot Lake Wildlife Area.

The park offers multiple paddling amenities, including a recently installed ADA-accessible kayak launch platform with transfer bench and safety features. Kayak rentals are available through a self-service kiosk system ($20/hour) and at the marina, which operates weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day (noon to 5pm). The marina provides both kayaks and paddle boats.

The paddling environment consists of groves of tall trees along the shoreline and expansive grassy areas, creating a picturesque backdrop. A unique feature is the Goodyear blimp hangar on the lake's south shore, where paddlers can occasionally observe blimp operations. Wildlife viewing opportunities include bald eagles, owls, hawks, herons, and migratory waterfowl.

Facilities include six picnic shelters along the lakeshore, a 200-foot floating boardwalk, and accessible fishing piers. A nature center operates with varying seasonal hours. The park is open daily from 6am to 11pm, though paddlers are permitted to engage in legitimate recreational activities outside these hours.

The lake's terrain reflects its glacial origins, with the surrounding landscape characterized by deposits of sand and gravel. Second-growth forests line the shores, featuring mixed oak on ridgetops and sugar maple and beech associations in valleys. The grounds maintain a park-like setting with mature trees displaying large crowns and abundant foliage.

The park offers year-round access, though winter activities transition to ice fishing and skating when conditions permit. All paddlers must follow Ohio boating regulations, and the lake's idle-speed restriction is strictly enforced.


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