Marsh Creek State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- pa.gov(610) 458-5119
Official page last checked Oct 30, 2026. Details last changed Oct 30, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 3,605 acres, Marsh Creek State Park lies in Chester County, about 4 miles north of Downingtown.
The park supports snorkeling and diving, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and winter sports. The official site lists about 19.5 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a swimming pool, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
| Daily | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Mid-april through mid-october |
Official wording
The park is open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk. The park office is open 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. daily from mid-April through mid-October. The pool and boat rental are open specific seasons and hours. Contact the park office for facility seasons and hours.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 30, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (Aspira), Pennsylvania State Parks contract
- Phone
- 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Things to do
BoatingWinter sportsCross-country skiingSwimmingHorseback ridingBikingMountain bikingFishingSnorkeling and scubaHikingHuntingPicnickingCanoeing and kayaking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Trail | 3.5 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, equestrian Trailhead amenities: none Mostly wooded, this wide trail is great for horseback riding. It winds through wooded areas of the park where historic ruins still exist and can be explored. It also follows along the East Branch of the Brandywine Creek.HikingMountain bikingEquestrian |
| Green Trail | 1 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, equestrian Trailhead amenities: none A great trail for horseback riding, this trail connects to Blue Trail to make for a longer ride.HikingMountain bikingEquestrian |
| Lime Loop | 1.8 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, equestrian Trailhead amenities: none Great for mountain biking, this trail branches off the Blue Trail in the northwestern part of the park.HikingMountain bikingEquestrian |
| Mansion Trails | 0.9 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, equestrian Trailhead amenities: none See stone foundations and other structures from the village of Milford Mills on these trails.HikingMountain bikingEquestrian |
| Park Road Trail | 0.6 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, equestrian Trailhead amenities: none Beginning at the boat rental concession, this trail has scenic views of Marsh Creek Lake and runs parallel to the warm season grass fields. The trail connects to Upper Uwchlan Township's trail, that goes into the village of Eagle.HikingMountain bikingEquestrian |
| Red Trail | 1.5 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking Trailhead amenities: modern restroom, potable water, picnic tables One of two trails located on the east side of the park, this trail can be accessed from any parking lot on the east side. Running along the lake and through the woods, it is a great trail to take when picnicking in the park’s day use areas.Hiking |
| White Trail | 4 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, equestrian Trailhead amenities: benches This trail starts on Little Conestoga Road, but can be more easily accessed at the West Launch parking area. This hike offers lakeside views as well as a hike through the woods and a rolling ramble through agricultural fields and horse barn area. It is a great choice for hikers looking to experience the park’s various habitats.HikingMountain bikingEquestrian |
| Yellow Trail | 6.2 mi | Most difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking Trailhead amenities: none This trail begins at the Dorlan Mill Road parking area and includes the mountain biking loop trails south and east of the dam. It challenges park visitors while offering some of the best hiking in the park.HikingMountain biking |
Trail descriptions from the park
19.5 miles of trails
The trails explore a variety of habitats including forest, field, and wetlands. Most of the trails are accessible from the west launch parking area.
Use extreme caution when hiking in hunting areas during hunting seasons.
Marsh Creek State Park Map
Swimming
Swimming opportunities are only available at the Marsh Creek State Park pool. Swimming is prohibited in Marsh Creek Lake.
Marsh Creek State Park Swimming Pool
♿ The ADA accessible “L” shaped pool and sprayground attracts many visitors. The guarded pool is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day unless posted otherwise.
A fee is charged for pool admission.
A snack bar, large grassy area, and bathhouse are located at the swimming pool complex. A picnic pavilion is available to rent.
Additional information about the pool, pavilion, and swimming lessons is available from the Marsh Creek Swimming Pool website or by calling 610-458-8535.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
Water
- Swimming pool
- Boat ramp
- Marina or boat slips
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fishing pier
- Swimming beach: not available (stated by the park)
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Marsh Creek State Park offers a range of accessibility accommodations to ensure all visitors can enjoy its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.
Boat Rental Deck
The Boat Rental Deck at the East Launch has ADA accessible parking nearby with a ramp entrance to the deck area with ADA tables.
Swimming Pool Pavilion
The swimming pool pavilion at Marsh Creek has ADA access and picnic tables. It is run by the Marsh Creek Swimming Pool concessionaire.
Water Access
The west boat launch has ADA parking and the correct grade to launch. There is also an ADA kayak launch at the west launch.
Fishing Access
An accessible fishing dock is located at the east Launch with nearby ADA accessible parking.
Hiking
Read more from the park
Park Road Trail
0.5 miles is paved now with more to be paved to meet ADA with completion of the park office in 2026.
Park Road Trail takes you currently from the parking lot to the ADA fishing pier.
Swimming and Beaches
The ADA accessible “L” shaped pool and sprayground attracts many visitors. The guarded pool is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day unless posted otherwise.
A fee is charged for pool admission.
A snack bar, large grassy area, and bathhouse are located at the swimming pool complex. A picnic pavilion is available to rent.
Additional information about the pool, pavilion, and swimming lessons is available from the Marsh Creek Swimming Pool website or by calling 610-458-8535.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 580 Park Road
Downingtown, PA 19335-1898 - Nearest town
- Downingtown — about 4 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 40.0704, -75.7154
- Phone
- (610) 458-5119
- marshcreeksp@pa.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The park is about two miles west of the village of Eagle, off of PA 100. Access to the park from the Downingtown Exit 312 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike is via PA 100 north. In Eagle, signs direct you to the day-use (east) side of the park. The horse stable, most trails, and 24-hour boat launch access are located on the west side of the park at 800 North Reeds Road, Downingtown, PA. GPS Decimal Degrees: Lat. 40.07036 Long. -75.71542
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Pennsylvania State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 30, 2026; page says updated Sep 10, 2026
- DCNR Find a Park: content-fragment JSON feed used by the pa.gov park finder
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 30, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology