Boating & Marinas

Stark Parks offers various water activities at Walborn Reservoir, Deer Creek Reservoir, and Sippo Lake Park. Enjoy a peaceful day on the water with your boat or watercraft—whether motorized or non-motorized.

Available Boating Options:

• Walborn Reservoir: 10 horsepower or under motorized boats.
• Deer Creek Reservoir: Electric motors only.
• Sippo Lake Park: Motorized boats up to 10 horsepower.
• Non-motorized Watercraft: Kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards are welcome at all three locations.

Free boat launches are available at Walborn Reservoir, Deer Creek Reservoir, and Sippo Lake Park, with adaptive kayak launches provided at Deer Creek Reservoir and Sippo Lake Park.

Two marinas are operated seasonally from May to September at Sippo Lake Park and Walborn Reservoir.  

Sippo Lake Marina

5300 Tyner St., Canton, OH 44708

Located along Sippo Lake's eastern shore, this marina offers easy access to fishing and boating activities. Bring your fishing gear or boat (up to 21 feet and 10 horsepower) to enjoy the accessible fishing pier and boat ramp. For kayakers, there’s an adaptive launch available.

Walborn Marina

This marina features a fishing pier and boat launch for boats up to 21 feet and 10 horsepower. Bring your own boat or fishing rod for a day of fun on the water.

Marina Amenities:

• Fishing: Variety of live bait is available for purchase at the marinas. Please note, fishing licenses are not sold on-site, but individuals over the age of 16 must have a valid fishing license and photo ID to fish in the park.
• Snacks and Beverages: Available at both marinas.
• Boat Rentals:
• Sippo Lake Marina: Rentals available for canoes, single-person kayaks, tandem kayaks (2-person), stand-up paddleboards, and pedal boats on a first-come, first-served basis. Rentals are priced by the half hour.
• Walborn Marina: Rentals available for canoes, single-person kayaks, tandem kayaks (2-person), stand-up paddleboards, pedal boats, and motorized fishing boat rentals on a first-come, first-served basis. Rentals are priced by the half hour.
• Pontoon boat rides available by reservation only at: 330-477-3552  Captain is provided.  

A driver’s license or ID and a refundable deposit are required for all rentals. All rented boats must be returned at least one hour before closing time, and late returns will incur a late fee.

Boating at Stark Parks

• All boats must display a valid Ohio boating license sticker and license number.
• Boats (motorized or non-motorized), kayaks, and canoes must be equipped with the proper navigation lights when on the water after dark, in accordance with state regulations.
• Private boats are required to carry safety equipment, including personal flotation devices (PFDs). Fire extinguishers are mandatory for boats with enclosed compartments and gasoline motors.
• By Ohio law, children under 10 years of age must wear a PFD while on a watercraft that is less than 18 feet in length.
• Swimming is not permitted for humans or pets due to the possibility of algal blooms.  Pets should not ingest water.

• Alcoholic beverages are prohibited on the water.

 Tips for Your Excursion

• Wear sunscreen
• Bring a zip lock bag(s) to store wallets and other valuables that could be damaged by water.
• Do not leave valuable items loose inside a boat, canoe, or kayak.  Car keys and cell phones sink if they are not in a bag that will float.
• Stay hydrated
• Begin your excursion by rowing into the wind so it will be at your back when returning to the marina.
• In the event of thunder or lightning, no boats will be allowed on the water. All boats on the water must come to shore immediately.