Clarence J Brown Dam and Reservoir

Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir's major attraction is the 2,120-acre lake. Impounded in 1974 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the lake primary object is providing flood protection. The C. J. Brown Region covers 4,085 acres and offers nearly unlimited opportunities to enjoy wildlife or recreate in the great outdoors.

C. J. Brown exists as a cooperative management effort between the Corps of Engineers, the Ohio Division of Park & Recreation, and Natural Area and Preserves. In addition, one private nonprofit organization, Clark County Historical Society plays an important role at the park.
The 2,120-acre Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir has a boat ramp, marina facility, picnic area, and a boat swimming and camping area. Anglers will find good populations of walleye and white bass. Crappie numbers are good in the lake. Channel catfish can range up to 12 pounds. There are also fair populations of small and largemouth bass, spotted bass, and bluegill. The marina facility has fuel, rental boats, 186 seasonal docks, overnight dockage, a dump station and a small grocery store for weekend needs.

The reservoir offers a variety of trails from the Stone's Throw Trail, an easy 0.25-mile trail to the 1-mile Lakeview Trail to the 3.5-mile Buckhorn Trail. A 6-mile bridle trail system can be found on the east side of the park. Weather permitting, snowmobiling is enjoyed on the east side of the park as well.