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Sippo Lake Park

sunrise over lake with trees in backgroundHike, bike, fish, paddle, and enjoy up-close views of wildlife at Sippo Lake Park! A variety of trails travel near the shoreline, loop through the wetlands and forests, and connect the three different park entrances. With 300 acres to explore, there are plenty of options for self-guided activities mixed with scheduled programs and events making Sippo Lake Park an exciting destination for a full day of fun. This escape is located between Canton and Massillon in Perry Twp.

Marina - Perry Dr. Entrance (East)
5300 Tyner St., Canton 44708

Bring your fishing pole or boat (up to 21 ft. and 10 hp) to enjoy the accessible fishing pier and boat ramp nearby.  At the Sippo Lake Marina you can rent a boat and other watercraft, buy live bait, and snacks and drinks beginning in May!  An adaptive kayak launch is available for launching personal kayaks or equipment from the marina.

The Sippo Lake Boat Shelter, an open-aired rentable facility, is also located at this entrance.

Exploration Gateway - 12th St. Entrance (North)
5712 12th St. NW, Canton 44708

The Exploration Gateway at Sippo Lake Park is a center of nature, culture, and life-long learning, created through a unique partnership between the Stark County Park District and the Stark County District Library.

Banquet Hall and Party Rooms are ideal for groups of up to 200 (dinner style) or 400 (auditorium style). The beautiful natural setting is popular for wedding ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, and receptions. Wi-Fi and built-in audio and video in each room allow hosting meetings and corporate gatherings an easy process. For photos and rental information, visit www.StarkPartyHall.com.

The Congressman Ralph Regula Canalway Center depicts the history of how the Ohio & Erie Canal influenced Stark County’s growth and success.  The center also offers child-friendly activities and rotating scavenger hunts and games.  Admission is free, and children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. The display is currently open Monday- Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Building partner, Perry-Sippo Library, provides visitors with a 58,000-item collection with specialized nature and Canalway history resources, outdoor terrace and indoor fireplace, drive-through book drop, and free Wi-Fi.  Working together, a Trail Tales Story Walk geared toward elementary readers is displayed just below the building on the Sippo Lake Trail and changes several times throughout the year. 

The Exploration Gateway Shelter is located near the playground and is perfect for groups of 40. Electricity and a grill are included.

Wildlife Conservation Center - Genoa Ave. Entrance (West)
800 Genoa Ave, Massillon 44646

The Wildlife Conservation Center at Sippo Lake Park is one of the area’s only licensed wildlife rehabilitation facilities. Under state and federal permits, with assistance from local veterinarians and volunteers, our staff have successfully maintained a release rate exceeding the national average.

The indoor atrium and outdoor enclosures house non-releasable wildlife ambassadors that permanently live at the center.  These animals serve as ambassadors for their species during wildlife programs presented at area schools, libraries, community events, and park-sponsored activities.  Both areas are open to visitors with free admission when the Wildlife Conservation Center is open.

A multi-purpose trail connects the center to the Exploration Gateway and Sippo Lake Marina and several natural surface trails.

Photo Gallery

kayaker on water approaching adaptive launch
An adaptive kayak launch next to the Sippo Lake Marina. 
Exterior of Wildlife Center building with name on building.
Wildlife Conservation Center located on the west side of Sippo Lake Park. 
Fishing Dock in the water
Sippo Lake Fishing Dock also known as the T Dock. 

Trails ()

  • Conservation and Lonesome Pine Trail

    Trail Length: .70 mile

    Park at the Genoa Ave. entrance and head east to find the trailhead. This natural surface trail takes you through a progression of blackberry thickets with gray dogwoods and cottonwood saplings, through an open field, then uphill for a slight climb into a forest with cherry, maple, oak, and pine trees that provide homes for a variety of birds and wildlife. These trails have been adopted by Stark County Outdoors.  The group sponsors cleanup projects along the trails throughout the year.

  • Cottonwood Wetland Surrounded by Loop Trail

    Trail Length: .60  mile

    Park at the Genoa Ave. entrance, then cross the driveway to find the trailhead. Perfect for hikers and bird watchers alike, this natural surface trail follows the edge of the restored Cottonwood wetland. It offers a wildlife-viewing house where wood ducks, mallards, and green heron can be seen. Pockets of spring wildflowers along the trail include spring beauty, trout lily, mayapple, and trillium.

    The Cottonwood Trail and Wetland has been adopted by Boy Scout Troop #939, the group holds cleanup projects along the trail throughout the year.  Photo by Corianne K.  

    Water with plants in foreground and trees in background

  • Sippo Lake Trail

    Trail Length: 1.0 mile

    Park at either the 12th St. or Perry Dr. park entrances, then walk or bike this limestone trail between the Exploration Gateway and the Sippo Lake Marina. You'll follow the contours of the land with views of the 100 acre Sippo Lake. Several different habitats offer perfect viewing spots for yellow warblers, green herons, and butterflies. Numerous species of trees such as white oak, wild black cherry, and wetland dogwoods border the trail.

    The Sippo Lake Trail has been adopted by the Siffrin.  The group sponsors cleanup projects throughout the year.

    Trail winding around turn with Exploration Gateway facility in distance

  • Sippo Marina Trail

    Trail Length: .60 mile

    Park Perry Dr. entrance and take hike up the hill on the left as you arrive in the parking lot.  At the top of the hill you will hike through a deciduous forest and back down along the shoreline of Sippo Lake on this natural surface trail. In the spring, enjoy flowering dogwood trees and wildflowers such as mayapple, spring beauties, and jewelweed. Marvel at the beautiful colors of the red oaks and maples in the fall.

  • Woodland and Wetland Trail

    Trail Length: .80 mile

    Park at either the Genoa Ave. or 12th St. entrances. This network of trails travel through wetlands and young woodlands between the Exploration Gateway and the Wildlife Conservation Center. Waterfowl, muskrats, and several types of frogs (green, wood, and spring peepers) make their homes in the wetlands. Maturing cottonwood trees create a canopy as they border the trail in several places.  These trails have been adopted by Stark County Outdoors.  The group sponsors cleanup projects along the trails throughout the year.