Maumee River Water Trail
Side Cut Metropark Corey Street Boat Launch Delaware Creek Park Walbridge Park Middlegrounds Metropark Cullen Park map Metroparks of the Toledo Area Maumee City of Toledo City of Toledo Metroparks of the Toledo Area City of Toledo Parking 41.54626688, -83.68361746 41.57192385, -83.62476496 ., -. 41.61641511, -83.57823808 41.64061454, -83.53500199 41.70463505, -83.47482917 Restrooms ft ft ft ft ft ft Porta-johns Parking located along N River Rd. River From River Rd, turn south onto Corey St From OH-25, turn east onto Glendale Ave, From Broadway St, turn southeast into From Washington St, turn right onto From North Summit St, turn into park at access below I-475 bridge. and continue until end. right onto S Glendale Ave, left onto park entrance. Take rst left for parking Ottawa St. Continue under Clayton St 101st St, continue until parking and water 475 Porta-johns and picnic facilities 950 feet (419) 897-7150 Circular Rd, left onto Yaryan Dr and right lot, continue past parking for boat launch. bridge until park entrance on left. access. Drinking water from river access site. onto Rohr Blvd. Parking is to right. There is a launch/parking fee, call for (419) 407-9714 (419) 360-9187 . Water access on Delaware Creek. more information: (419) 385-5721 Bay Picnic Facilities N River Rd . . . 24 . Anthony Wayne Trail Camping 24 MAUMEE Maumee Bay 80 TOLEDO 65 mile Summit St Walking trails 25 Broadway St River Rd Bay Shore Boat Launch W River Rd Main St ODNR/City of Oregon Distance from drop-o 75 mile mile ft to water’s edge Front St 41.691226, -83.431024
Front St mile Ottawa St 280 ft . River mile from mouth 65 From Navarre Avenue (SR 2), head north PERRYSBURG on Wynn Road to Bay Shore Road, turn left onto Bay Shore Road and the entrance is ROSSFORD approximately 400 ft on right. Cedar Point Rd (419) 698-7146 20 mile W OOD 2 LUCAS Bay Navarre Ave OREGON Wynn Rd 75 90 Bay 23 NORTHWOOD . Maumee Bay State Park Buttonwood Betty C Black . . . Veterans Memorial Park Ohio Dept of Natural Recreation Area Maritime Plaza . & Marina Resources Wood County Park District Orleans Park Hood Park City of Toledo Maple Street Boat Launch Rossford 41.68571705, -83.37971892 ft 41.54638384, -83.67491727 Perrysburg Perrysburg Perrysburg 41.6164732, -83.56444702 41.65641115, -83.51438831 41.56043003, -83.64344963 41.56147321, -83.63107617 ft 41.56663803, -83.62620357 ft ft ft From OH-65 S/W River Rd, turn north ft From Cedar Point Rd, turn into park at onto Hull Prairie Rd. Parking is to the right, From W Front St (St. Rt. 25) turn west ft From OH-65, turn west onto Eagle Point From Front St, turn onto South Marina Dr. Norden Rd. Turn right onto Park Rd 11, continue straight for river access. toward Maumee River bridge and right into From Front St, turn north onto Louisiana Rd and take rst right onto Hannum Ave. From Main St, turn onto Riverside Dr. which becomes Park Rd 10. Turn left onto Seasonal primitive camping April through Orleans Park. Continue past parking lot Ave. Continue until end for boat ramp or From Front St, turn north onto Maple St Continue to end at park parking lot. Continue until parking lots. Park Rd 1, continue to beach parking lot. October. and down gravel drive to the river. turn left for parking. and continue until end. There is a launch fee, call for more Restrooms available during business hours Day use parking is free. (419) 353-1897 (419) 872-8020 (419) 872-8020 (419) 872-8020 information: (419) 666-0219 of The National Museum of the Great Lakes. Info and reservations: (419) 836-7758
North Turkeyfoot Wildlife Area Memorial Park map Ohio Dept of Natural Resources Waterville 41.41838627, -83.97366795 41.49949229, -83.71567479 MAUMEE ft ft From Old US24, take turno into Wildlife Providence Metropark LUCAS Waterworks Park From Anthony Wayne Trail, turn east onto 475 Area. Three points of water access, two Mechanic St, right onto N River Rd and left directly to main channel on eastern and Metroparks of the Toledo Area Waterville onto School Pl. A small parking area is western edges of wildlife area, and third to 41.4150415, -83.85997295 41.49367098, -83.71635971 located at end of road. North Turkeyfoot Creek at center of area. (419) 429-8375 ft ft . From OH-295 S/S River Rd, turn south Van Tassel Wildlife Area Farnsworth Metropark From S River Rd, turn east onto . onto Grand Rapids Rd. Park entrance Waterworks Dr. Continue until parking and 24 immediately on the left. Ohio Dept of Natural Resources Metroparks of the Toledo Area river access. (419) 779-6052 41.42829145, -83.82921889 41.47659489, -83.748984 Shelter house available. Bend View Metropark il 6 a r Metroparks of the Toledo Area . T . ft ft e Old US24 n 41.448609, -83.787201 y From OH-65 S/W River Rd, turn north into From S River Rd, turn into Boat Launch a
W wildlife area. River access at end of drive, entrance. River access is on the far side of mile y 65 parking areas to the right and left. the parking lot. 24 n ft o (419) 429-8375 Kayak rentals available Fri-Sun Memorial th Located on Otsego Rd o S. River Rd WATERVILLE n Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. A . . between Bailey Rd & Box Rd Waterville USGS Gauge Station 65 (419) 779-6052 Mary Jane Thurston 419-779-6052 mile PERRYSBURG State Park (Marina/ . . Campground/Day Use) d R . r Ohio Dept of Natural ive HENRY S R Weirs Rapids Fishing Access Resources ft mile mile Ohio Dept of Natural Resources 41.412691, -83.887012 (Marina) 41.4119064, -83.8789099 (Campground) . 41.46135429, -83.76678152 41.4119993, -83.876054 (Day Use) Gilead Side-Cut Canal ft Village of Grand Rapids . . S River Rd From OH-65 S/W River Rd, turn north 41.41212435, -83.8706191 Blue Bell Island Otsego Park From State Route 65, turn north into Day onto Range Line Rd. Continue until parking Use/Dam entrance of park. Continue until Village of Grand Rapids Wood County Park District area at end of drive. ft (419) 429-8375 end of drive for parking and river access. 41.413355, -83.865229 mile 41.44564052, -83.7823226 Requires portage around dam. Take out at From OH-65/W Second St, turn north W River Rd day use area, cross over canal bridge and onto West St and continue until water ft ft put in down stream of dam. access on Front St. Danger! Food and refreshments available at Complimentary boat docks. Accessed via From OH-65/Front St, turn north into GRAND RAPIDS From OH-65 S/W River Rd, take boat Marina. Camping available at campground. the canal on the south side of the river. drive between Wapakoneta Rd and Mill St. All paddlers must launch turn o . For parking use main (419) 832-7662 (419) 832-5305 Accessed via the canal on the south side of portage around dam WOOD entrance of park 1000 ft west. the river. mile Canoe/kayak dock seasonally available. (419) 832-5305 (419) 353-1897
In case of emergency dial: Maumee State Scenic River Ohio’s Scenic Rivers 911
The Maumee River, named by the Miami and westward into the Maumee River The Maumee River Watershed is over The mission of Ohio’s Scenic Rivers For more information: Indians, was designated a State Scenic Valley because of tribal warfare and the 5,000 square miles and drains some of Program is to preserve the natural Metroparks of the Toledo Area River on July 18, 1974. pressures of the European settlements. the richest farmland in Ohio. The Ohio qualities of Ohio’s finer streams so present metroparkstoledo.com Located in the northwestern part of Ohio, The Miami Indians were the predominant Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) and future generations may experience ODNR Division of Parks & Watercraft the Maumee flows northeasterly through group; they settled at the headwaters of and the farm community have worked their natural beauty and value. watercraft.ohiodnr.gov portions of Paulding, Defiance, Henry, the river. hard to reduce phosphorus from fertilizer The Ohio Scenic Rivers Program works Wood and Lucas counties. Many battles of the French and Indian getting into the river. Through their work with citizen groups and all levels of ODNR Division of Wildlife reductions have occurred. wildlife.ohiodnr.gov The Scenic portion of the Maumee River War and the War of 1812 occurred in government to identify and protect the originates at the Ohio-Indiana state the river valley, which played a decisive Traditional farming practices are best of Ohio’s waterways. ODNR Scenic Rivers line and extends 43 miles to the U.S. 24 role in the opening up of the "Northwest changing to reduce pollution of the river Many people make a direct contribution watercraft.ohiodnr.gov/scenicrivers bridge, west of Defiance. This section Territory" for settlement. from sediments and farm chemicals. No- each year to preserve Ohio’s scenic till farming has increased dramatically Wood County Park District is characterized by a broad meandering The Maumee River, once a part of the rivers. Volunteers regularly assist in litter woodcountyparkdistrict.org floodplain. Valley walls rise sharply in Great Black Swamp, underwent extensive and has greatly assisted in protecting the cleanups, tree plantings, stream bank comparison to the surrounding terrain. drainage to yield vast, fertile, agricultural river. stabilization projects, and stream quality USGS Water Data The river banks support a healthy, lands, a part of the landscape that Development of new residential areas is monitoring. On-going reforestation efforts waterdata.usgs.gov forested corridor. remains today. Indeed, this major river on the rise and stormwater runoff from beautify rivers and play a fundamental Disclaimer The recreational portion, from the U.S. of northwestern Ohio constitutes an urban areas can be a serious threat to the role in protecting the quality of our river 24 bridge west of Defiance to the US important historical and cultural resource river if not properly managed. ecosystems. The information contained in this map is MICHIGAN 23 map 20/ S.R. 25 bridge at Perrysburg and for the citizens of Ohio. believed to be accurate. Neither Metroparks Maumee of the Toledo Area or ODNR are 75 Bay Maumee, is 53 miles long. In this segment 20 responsible for any inaccuracies. Toledo Oregon the river greatly changes in character. Its In appreciation of our partners 24 2 floodplain widens and its channel doubles Interpretation and use of the LUCAS Funding and production of this map and its contents are 80 Maumee in size; the topographic relief is much less map 280 publication was a cooperative effort of the 475 pronounced; and forest cover becomes the responsibility Perrysburg Ohio Department of Natural Resources Waterville 80 of the user. 24 sparse. and Metroparks of the Toledo Area, with map 75 23 The historic and cultural heritage of this a special thanks to the Maumee Valley 6 section is of major state and national Planning Organization and the Defiance DEFIANCE WOOD Napoleon 6 significance, making it worthy of 127 Soil & Water Conservation District for map 24 designation. In the era when wilderness helping coordinate the initiative. Thanks De ance reigned supreme and travel was by foot as well to all of the access site owners or water, the river constituted one of the and local stake holder groups who have HENRY chief modes of transportation. contributed their time and resources. 127 Antwerp During the late 17th and 18th centuries, PAULDING the Indian people moved southward INDIANA map Dey Bridge Canoe Launch Meyerholtz Wildlife Area 24 Deance County Commissioners Ohio Dept of Natural Resources 6 41.29056892, -84.38543868 41.37385134, -84.14918779 NAPOLEON
ft Pontiac Park Independence Dam State ft 424 City of Deance Park - Towpath/Florida Pull-o on W High St, on the east side of Independence Dam State Park From W Riverview Ave, turn east into Tin River. 41.28924081, -84.35522456 Bridge Pull-o wildlife area across from Wayne Park Dr. ve Access to Tin River, three-quarters of a (Take-out/Put-in) Continue until parking and water access. A mile Ohio Dept of Natural Resources ew mile paddle to/from main channel. Steep (419) 592-4010 rvi ft Ohio Dept of Natural Resources Rive climb down to river. (419) 782-4761 41.32144204, -84.20035777 Park entrance on OH-424/East River Dr, a 41.29464695, -84.29113982 (Take-out) e 6 e Av quarter mile east of N Clinton St. 41.29206826, -84.27977019 (Put-in) . me ft au . (419) 782-4761 M . From OH-424 W/W High St, turn south on Henry St towards Florida Bridge. Pull-o Vorwerk Park . ft on right towards parking and water access. Park entrance on OH-424 at Independence (419) 832-7662 Z City of Napoleon Rd. Above-dam water access entrance a 41.40974114, -84.08746177 DEFIANCE quarter mile west of below-dam water . access entrance. ft Requires portage around dam. Take-out above dam at mile 60.1 and put-in below From OH-424 E/E Riverview Ave turn mile 24 dam at mile 59.5. (419) 832-7662 south into park across from Henry County Hospital. . . (419) 592-4010 r e v
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. 24 Forder Bridge Access Site Riverside Park PAULDING Black Swamp Conservancy mile Village Of Antwerp 41.221602, -84.669852 41.18345481, -84.73336752 ft DEFIANCE ft From US 24: Take exit 13 to US-127 N, turn From Co Rd 424/River St, turn north into right onto US-127 N, turn left onto County park entrance at Kroos Dr. Parking along Road 424, turn right onto County Road 73. drive on left. There is a gravel lane down to The site entrance is on the left before the bridge. the river's edge. 127 (419) 258-2371 mile (419) 833-1025
Outdoor Ethic Common Hazards Safety Tips
Dispose of waste properly — Foot Entrapments Strainers drowning can result. You don’t have to Never boat alone Be aware of motorized boats, stay pack it all out! be submerged to succumb to hypothermia close to shore unless crossing, always • Do not attempt to • Avoid all strainers, — wind chill, rain, and perspiration can Wear a lifejacket at all times, point your boat into the wake to avoid Travel on durable surfaces — rock, stand or walk in swift- or river obstructions contribute to the condition. particularly in moving water. By law, capsizing. gravel, and sand. Use existing, improved moving water. Feet such as overhanging children under 10 must wear life jackets access sites. When using a natural river can become entrapped branches, downed • Avoid capsizing your boat. Keep your of an appropriate size. Be prepared to swim If the water looks bank to launch your boat, stay clear of between submerged trees, log jams, and life jacket securely fastened to help too hazardous to swim, then don’t boat vegetation or mud. rocks, risking flooded islands, keep your head above water if you fall File a “float plan” with a reliable on it! drowning if a strong especially in swift overboard. person, indicating where you are going Stay on the trail while portaging current holds body water. and when you will leave and return. If you capsize, hold onto your boat (carrying your boat) under water. • Dress appropriately: wear layers using Remember to contact the person once you unless it presents a life-threatening • Portage around any section of water materials that wick moisture away and have returned safely. situation. Position yourself on the Leave what you find. Appreciate • Always keep feet up and pointed about which you feel uncertain. retain heat, such as silk, polypropylene, upstream side of the capsized boat. artifacts and natural objects but leave downstream. fleece, and wool. Do not overload or unevenly load them undisturbed. Cold Water Immersion and your boat Keep the weight in the boat Carry plenty of drinking water • Swim to shore or calm water before Hypothermia • Bring an extra change of clothing with low and centered to maintain stability. Prevent spreading invasive species, standing. you in a waterproof bag. Neoprene shoes Avoid overexertion and guard against including live bait, by completely cleaning • Sudden immersion or tennis shoes with woolen socks are Always maintain three points of extreme weather conditions. and drying equipment between trips. Do Lowhead Dams and Waterfalls in cold water can be recommended footwear. contact (for example, two hands and not bring any standing water or water deadly. The initial one foot touching the boat) while moving In case of emergency call 911. Know from another lake or river -- it may • Know the location “cold shock” can • Be able to recognize and know how around in the boat. where you are along the trail in case you contain live plants or animals. of lowhead dams and cause immediate, to treat hypothermia. Uncontrollable need to request emergency assistance. waterfalls. Portage involuntary gasping, shivering, slurred speech and lack of Respect wildlife — observe from a (carry your boat) hyperventilation, panic, coordination are early symptoms. distance; don’t feed, follow or approach around the hazard and vertigo — all wildlife. Control pets or leave them at and launch at a safe of which can result in water inhalation Floods and Swift Water home. distance downstream. and drowning. It can also cause sudden • Know the water conditions before you changes in blood pressure, heart rate, Be considerate of other visitors. • NEVER attempt to boat over a dam or go. Water levels and flood information Avoid boisterous behavior. Let nature’s waterfall. Small dams are very dangerous and heart rhythm that also may result in are monitored throughout the state: sounds prevail. because of the hydraulic turbulence at death. The longer you are immersed in waterdata.usgs.gov the base of the dam that trap boats and cold water, the harder it is to control your Respect the privacy and rights of people. body. Manual dexterity and coordination • Never boat on flooded rivers. High landowners deteriorate rapidly, and within 30 minutes, water causes hazards such as lowhead hypothermia (cooling of the body’s dams and unseen obstacles such as core temperature) can begin. Loss of floating logs or submerged trees to become consciousness and death with or without even more dangerous.