Nelson Pond in Moon Park 1350 Joe DeNardo Way ( off Ewing Road ), Moon Township For more information , call 412.262.1703 or visit moonparks . org .
This pond , which is nestled in 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 , benches , playgrounds , fields and more to add to the scenery and fun .
Cross Creek Lake County Park 1 County Park Road , Avella For more information , call 724.228.6867 or visit washingtoncopa . gov .
The 258-acre Cross Creek Lake is among the 3,000 acres of the county park that shares its name . It 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 47 County Park Road , Clarksville For more information , call 724.228.6867 or visit washingtoncopa . gov .
Ten Mile Creek is a tributary to the Monongahela River , and the park offers about 25 acres for outdoor enjoyment including trails , playgrounds and shelters . There is a small boat launch and dock , and the fish in the creek are varied in line with what you might expect to catch in the river .
Canonsburg Lake McDowell Lane ( off Washington Road ), Canonsburg For more information , visit fishandboat . com / About-Us / PFBC-by-Region / PFBC-Lakes / Pages / CanonsburgLake . aspx .
This summer , you might like to fish from the shore or take your boat , canoe , or kayak out onto the 76 acres covered by Canonsburg Lake . This lake is formed by the damming of Little Chartiers Creek and stocked with trout by the PA Fish and Boat Commission , but there is likely other species as well . Plus , you can fish throughout the year . A launch ramp is available , and boats must be registered or have a valid launch permit from either the PFBC or the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources .
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