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Lower French Creek Water Trail Lower French Creek Water Trail A Community Treasure Map & Guide TOWNS AND TOURISM FRENCH CREEK CREATURES Water trails are recreational waterways on a lake, river, or ocean between specific The Creek Town program is a unique collaborative part- More types of fish and mollusks are found in French Creek points, containing access points and day-use and/or camping sites for the boating nership between local municipalities and the French Creek Val- than any other stream in Pennsylvania. The watershed is home ley Conservancy that seeks to create positive, sustainable eco- to 27 species of mussels, 15 species of darters, and four im- public. Water trails emphasize low-impact use and promote stewardship of the re- nomic growth based around the incredible value of French portant bird areas (IBA). Many species that thrive in French sources. Explore this unique Pennsylvania water trail. Creek. Along French Creek, these towns host many valuable Creek have been extirpated from their natural ranges due to community treasures that hold great history and importance to habitat loss and degradation of water quality. Nevertheless the region. French Creek remains relatively healthy, leading The Nature Conservancy to include the French Creek watershed in its listing Cochranton: Situated at the confluence of Little Sugar Creek and of national “hot spots” with ten or more at-risk fish and mussel French Creek, Cochranton is said to have been settled as early as species, and citing it as a critical watershed to conserve these For your safety and enjoyment: 1805 when the first house was built by John Adams. Cochranton is a species. borough of Crawford county and was officially created on April 5, Mussels were once common throughout the eastern United Always wear a life jacket 1885. Today's borough is made up of the original land grants of States but have decreased in numbers due to their sensitivity to pollution and destruction of habitat. French Creek is home to John Adams and Thomas Cochran, for whom the village was Obtain proper instruction in boating skills four federally endangered mussel species. These species have named. The Great Western Railway opened a market place for the lost 95% of their historic range but fortunately healthy popula- Know fishing and boating regulations rich agricultural area. Since then, business growth has kept pace tions can still be found in French Creek. with the needs of the community which now numbers 1,148 people. Colorful darters thrive in French Creek, which hosts 15 differ- Be prepared for river hazards Amenities include full dining options and access to French Creek. ent species. Many of these species are rare or endangered. French Creek is also home to Pennsylvania’s largest sala- Utica: Nestled on the banks of French Creek is the borough of Uti- Carry proper equipment mander, the eastern hellbender. This salamander can reach up ca. The Borough is bordered completely by French Creek, and has to 29 inches long and can weigh up to five pounds, making it one boat ramps and water access at Mile Marker 10 of the French Creek of the largest salamanders in North America. Water Trail. Although small, (population is less than 200), the com- Bald eagles and osprey are commonly seen in the watershed. munity is very family-friendly and holds a bass tournament each Crawford County is one of the best places in Pennsylvania to HISTORY OF FRENCH CREEK PENNSYLVANIA BOATING REGULATIONS year in June. see bald eagles. French Creek is arguably one of the most ecologically signifi- A U.S. Coast Guard-approved wearable Franklin: Serving as the county seat cant waterways in Pennsylvania and has been called one of personal flotation device (PFD or life jacket) of Venango county, Franklin, Penn- Pennsylvania’s foremost aquatic treasures. French Creek origi- is required for each person on board. In sylvania, has a population of 7,212. nates in Chautauqua County, New York, and flows 117 miles addition, one throwable device (seat cush- Every major architectural style used through Erie, Crawford, Mercer, and Venango counties before ion or ring buoy) is required on boats 16 in western Pennsylvania, from 1830 joining the Allegheny River. feet in length or longer. Canoes and kay- to 1930 can be found here giving The French Creek watershed covers approximately 1,270 aks, regardless of length, are not required Franklin the title: “The Victorian City.” square miles, providing a habitat for many types of wildlife and to carry a throwable device. The historic district, from Federal Hill birds, as well as over 80 species of fish and 27 species of fresh- From November 1 through April 30, boaters to Miller Park, is registered in the National Registry of Historic Plac- water mussels. Scientists attribute French Creek’s outstanding must wear a life jacket on boats less than 16 feet in length or es. Franklin’s location, at the confluence of French Creek and the biodiversity to the fact that it is part of the rich Ohio River water- any canoe or kayak during these cold weather months. shed and has maintained its high quality habitat, including sand Allegheny River was a key spot during the French and Indian War. Life jackets must be the appropriate size for the person intend- and gravel substrates, riffles, runs, and pools. The French Creek The French claimed this territory and, in 1753, sent an advance par- ed and must be in good, serviceable condition. drainage also has a good supply of ty here to erect a fort. Today, Franklin is home to Applefest, which is alkaline groundwater resources Life jackets must be worn by all children 12 years old and the largest craft festival in western Pennsylvania. Hotels, taverns, that provides a buffer against the younger on all boats 20 feet or less in length while under way, theaters, and full dining options are a selection of the many ameni- affects of acid deposition. and on all canoes and kayaks. Others are strongly encouraged French Creek was given its to wear a PFD at all times on the water. ties provided by the town. name in the early 1750s by George Washington who visited All boats must display an anchor light (a the Creek in an effort to dislodge white light visible 360 degrees) when at POINTS OF INTEREST the French from the area. During anchor between sunset and sunrise. Boats this period of colonization and can use a lantern or clip-on battery- Ernst Bike Trail is constructed westward expansion, the Creek powered unit to meet this requirement. over the old Meadville-Linesville served as an important waterway Unpowered boats must carry a white light, Railroad line. The trail passes for the French Army and the early either hand-held or installed, to be dis- through the lush bottom lands of American settlers. played in time to avoid a collision between French Creek Valley and POPULAR ACCESS POINTS sunset and sunrise and during restricted traverses terrain with imprints of FRENCH CREEK WATER TRAIL visibility. ice-age glaciations. The paved Wilson Shute: All powered boats must show running lights trail is five miles long and runs Follow Rt. 322 for 2.3 miles south of Meadville, turn right on to Originating in Chautauqua County in western New York, the between sunset and sunrise. All boats are from the Park Avenue Plaza in Wilson Shute Road, then left into the parking lot just before the French Creek water trail flows southerly through Erie, Mercer, required to carry a sound-producing de- Meadville to Route 19. bridge. Crawford, and Venango counties, ultimately joining the Alleghe- vice. Motorboats less than 40 feet in length must carry some Parking available. ny River in Franklin, PA. The main branch of the Creek is over mechanical means of making a sound signal. This device may 117 miles long and the watershed encompasses 1,235 square be hand-, mouth- or power-operated. An athletic coach’s whis- Shaw’s Landing: miles of land. The Creek, along with its tributaries, is responsible tle is an acceptable device. Operators of unpowered boats Follow Rt. 322 for 6.1 miles south of Meadville, turn right onto for draining 72 municipalities in four Northwestern Pennsylvania (canoes, kayaks, rowboats, paddleboards) are required to car- SR 2005, then left onto Dutch Hill Road (dirt) and follow for 0.5 counties. French Creek is outstanding for fishing and canoeing, ry a device capable of sounding a prolonged blast for 4-6 sec- miles. Located next to Conneaut Outlet. and provides water for communities and agricultural activities. onds that can be heard by another boat operator in time to Parking available. Thanks to its high water quality, rich biodiversity, and notable avoid a collision. An athletic coach’s whistle is acceptable. history, French Creek is considered to be one of the most im- All motorboats must be registered, regardless of where they Utica Access: portant streams of its size in the Northeast United States. launch. About 7.5 miles west of Franklin on Route 322, there will be a paved crossroads with a sign for Utica. Turn left. After driving Unpowered boats (canoes, kayaks, rowboats) using Pennsyl- down a steep hill, look for the parking area on the right side next STEWARDSHIP vania Fish & Boat Commission or State Park or Forest access to the railroad tracks before crossing French Creek. areas must either be registered OR display a valid launch per- Parking available. mit. Launch permits can be purchased through the Commis- Protecting French Creek from environmental degradation is sion’s website at www.fishandboat.com (Click the “Outdoor a shared mission. Help care for the land, water and cultural re- Franklin Access: Shop” icon.) or at many state park offices sources along the French Creek water trail by respecting wildlife, Located in Franklin, south of the Route 322 bridge, along Elk nature and other recreationists.
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