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McVey Memorial Forest is a public recreation area built from land that was donated by Edna McVey. The property consists of upland forest, river bottom, prairie, and wetlands, and is traversed by Bush Creek which flows into the Mississinewa River. There are miles of trails which have bridges over Bush Creek in places and pass through a variety of terrain. It is one of the largest wildlife refuges in the state. The trails have interpretive signage, and there are picnic shelters the public can use; guests can also picnic out in the open if the weather is good. Summit Lake State Park is a popular destination for fishing and other outdoor activities. There are several boat ramps on the lake, a beach bathhouse, and several outdoor open pavilions that can be reserved for group activities. The park's low lying wet meadows and open prairie make it attractive to waterfowl and migratory bird species such as bald eagles, sandhill cranes, and osprey. In the park's southwest corner, guests will find Zeigler Woods, an undisturbed refuge rich with flora and fauna. Canoes, paddleboats, and rowboats can be rented, and there are trails for hiking. In the winter, the park is a good destination for ice fishing and cross-country skiing. Park your Winchester RV rental near the park, and you can combine outdoor recreation with the comforts of home, enjoying the best of both worlds. Prairie Creek Park is an outdoor recreation area with more than two dozen different tree species, a smaller variety of flower species, and numerous wildlife. It is a nature study area with minimum undergrowth, making it easy to view the landscape from the trails that divide the forest. The park is home to Sugar Camp which taps the old-growth maple trees in January and February and uses its cultivation to produce, bottle, and sell maple syrup from an authentic log cabin on-site.