Walborn Reservoir
11324 Price St. NE, Alliance, OH 44601
Status Alert: Hunting Seasons in Progress
Please wear bright clothing and use caution while hiking, horseback riding, or boating in the park as several hunting seasons run through the fall and winter season. Note: The hunting area between Marlboro Ave. and Allen Dr. that also borders Osborne Ave. is closed to hunting in 2024-25 while restoration and reforestation on the property occurs. Several hunting seasons are now underway. Trails remain open during hunting. Please wear bright clothing while hiking or riding the trails. Stark Parks issues permits to allow waterfowl hunting at designated areas around Deer Creek and Walborn Reservoirs during the fall and winter. Please note that the Bingham Property located west of Marlboro Ave. and north of Allen Dr. that has previously allowed hunting will not be an open hunting area in 2024-25 due to construction at the site.
Open Daily: All parks are open 24 hours a day, unless otherwise posted.
General Information: 330.477.3552
On-Duty Ranger: 330.353.2377
Rentals and Reservations: 330-409-8096
Walborn Marina: 330.935.0367
Nearly 1,800 acres of terrain and open water are your playground! Horseback riding, hiking, fishing, and boating adventures await you at the picturesque Walborn Reservoir, just miles from Alliance and Canton. Natural surface trails take you through pine woods, oak and hickory forests, and wildflower areas. A designated equestrian area provides ties, mounting blocks, and trailer parking.
The Walborn Reservoir Marina offers affordable boat rentals and concessions beginning in May. Enjoy a day on the water in a row boat, motor boat, canoe, or kayak! Bait, tackle, and a selection of snacks and food are all available at the marina shop. A fishing pier and boat launch (boats up to 25 feet and 10 hp) are also nearby.
The Overlook Shelter offers a beautiful view of the reservoir next to the Marina and is perfect for groups up to 70 people. The shelter is equipped with electricity and a grill.
The Reeder Ave. Trailhead offers additional parking and trail access at 12824 Reeder Ave. NE, in Alliance.
The Eagle Observation Area has traditionally been one of the most interesting places in all of Walborn Reservoir! The nesting pair of adult eagles have recently built a new nest visible from the current Eagle Observation Parking Area. From the small gravel parking area, walk to the shoreline toward the peninsula and look north across the water.
The site is located at 13600 Marlboro Ave. NE, Alliance, OH 44601. Read more about the nesting pair in this article and timeline.
Park Trails (4)
Green Trail
Trail Length: 3.9 Miles
Explore this network of trails with several loops on foot or by horse. You'll travel through several habitats and see views of the northern and southern parts of the reservoir. Parts of this trail overlap with the Shoreline Trail.
Marina Loop Trail
Trail Length: 0.6 Miles
Start behind the Walborn Marina and travel under a canopy of pine trees to a popular fishing peninsula before looping back to the other side of the parking area, or continuing on the Shoreline Trail or shared Equestrian Trails.
Red Trail (Equestrian)
Trail Length: 1 Miles
This equestrian trail offers scenic views of Walborn Reservoir, north of Price St., with a short loop overlooking the water.
Shoreline Trail
Trail Length: 2.3 Miles
This natural surface trail wraps around the quiet and rugged shoreline from Price St. to Reeder Ave. taking you by a spillway and dam. Enjoy views of the creek from a small bridge and a wetland boardwalk as the reservoir comes in and out of view along the trail. Look for mayapple and trillium in bloom in Spring. You may see white-tailed deer, wild turkey, osprey, bald eagles, and migrating waterfowl.
Activities
- Boating
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Geocaching and Orienteering
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Hunting Sites
- Kayaking
- On Your Own
- Running and parkrun
- Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP)
Amenities
- Boat Ramp
- Canoe/Kayak Launch Area
- Fishing Dock
- Grills
- Hunting Sites
- Nature Play Area
- Picnic Shelter
- Picnic Tables
- Wildlife Observation Area
Interactive Map
Downloadable Maps
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The Stark County Park District prohibits the use of motorized vehicles in this park and on its trails. Sections of trail may not be suitable for wheelchair access. Weather may impact the accessibility of trails, always use caution. Ohio Revised Code E-bike laws apply.