Lake St. Catherine State Park
Overlooking the northern end of the stunning 852-acre Lake St. Catherine, this state park has it all.
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Lake St. Catherine State Park Details
Overlooking the northern end of the stunning 852-acre Lake St. Catherine, this state park has it all. Those wanting to be close to the water can spend the day swimming, kayaking, canoeing, or even water skiing (there is a launch for motorized boats). Fishing is also very popular, and anglers can commonly catch large and smallmouth bass, northern pike, yellow perch, and rainbow trout. There are also large grassy fields and playgrounds for lawn games, soccer, or frisbee. For picturesque views, walk along the small trail that leads to the Big Trees of Lake St. Catherine to see the peak of Birdseye Mountain. Campers can also spend the night in the park, either in the open fields or in the forested sites near the shores.
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