Nelson Pond in Moon Park
1350 Joe DeNardo Way (Ewing Road), Moon Township
For more information, call 412.262.1703 or visit
moonparks.org.
This pond, which is nestled into Moon Park, is a small and
shallow body of water—perfect for when you want to take the
kids to practice their fishing and just relax around the water.
It offers a number of small varieties of fish for catch and
release, and you will likely enjoy the gentle nature
of the location. In addition to the pond, there are
walking trails, playgrounds, fields and more to
add to the scenery and fun.
Cross Creek Lake
County Park
County Park Road, Avella
For more information, call
724.228.6867, or visit
co.washington.pa.us.
Cross Creek Lake is among the 3,000
acres of the county park that shares
its name. This location offers 8 miles of
shoreline for the lake, which is 258 acres
and two miles in length. Cross Creek Lake is a
big bass and panfish enhancement lake. You can
ride the water by boat, canoe, or kayak, but there
is no fishing from the boat docks. A boating permit is
required, and there is a horsepower limit of 10 or less.
Ten Mile Creek County Park
County Park Road, Clarksville
For more information, call 724.228.6867 or visit
co.washington.pa.us.
Ten Mile Creek is a tributary to the Monongahela River, and
the park offers about 25 acres for outdoor enjoyment. There is
a small boat ramp, and non-motorized or motorized watercraft
under 10 horsepower are allowed. The fish in these waters are
varied, along with what you might expect to catch in the river, but
smallmouth bass and trout have been reported.
Canonsburg Lake
McDowell Lane, McMurray
For more information,
visit fishandboat.com/
Resource/Lakes/Pages/
CanonsburgLake.
aspx.
This summer,
you might like
to fish from the
shore or take
your boat, raft,
canoe, or kayak
out onto the 75
acres covered
by Canonsburg
Lake. This lake
is formed by the
damming of Little
Chartiers Creek
and stocked with
trout at least twice a
year. In fact, it is reported
that you can find up to 15
varieties of fish. Plus, you can
fish throughout the year. While every
fishing spot is unique, Canonsburg Lake has a special feature that
many who come to visit hope to see: a certain bald eagle that
likes to fish from the lake. So, keep your eyes peeled when you
visit. A launch ramp is available, and boats must be registered or
have a valid launch permit from either the Pennsylvania Fish and
Boat Commission or the PA Department of Conservation and
Natural Resources.
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