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About Eagle Creek Reservoir

Lake of Indianapolis

Eagle Creek Reservoir is a gem of Indianapolis; its beautiful waters are an escape for city residents and out of towners.

Close to Indianapolis International Airport, Kindred Hospital, attractions, and other amenities of the city, you will find that Eagle Creek Reservoir is an utmost convenient location.

A 1,400-Acre Expanse

Created by a dam on Eagle Creek, this reservoir covers around 1,400 acres of the capital city.

The lake is home to Eagle Creek Park, one of the country’s largest city parks, where you can get lake access, forests, and a beach.

Enjoy the Outdoors

People love Eagle Creek Reservoir for its boating, fishing, and swimming opportunities. Kayaks, canoes, bass boats, and other watercraft tours the water daily. Home to the Eagle Creek Sailing Club is an accessible location for sailboaters as well.

The waters are known for catches of well-sized walleye, but largemouth bass, channel catfish, white crappie, bluegill, and white bass are among the other great catches.

Anglers have plenty of chances to get competitive with fishing tournaments hosted twice a week throughout the summer.

Eagle Creek Park has 3,900 acres of forests for hiking and a park beach for swimming, but its Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park offers a unique experience. Some of its adventures include a Treetop Ziplining Journey, Treetop Rope Course, Monkey Jump of 40 feet, and ax throwing.

The Excitement in the City

Home to Indianapolis Zoo, Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art, NCAA Hall of Champions, and White River State Park, there is something for everyone.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway is an attraction that draws thousands from all around. Its most famous event is the Indy 500, others include MotoAmerica, Nascar Pennzoil, concerts, and more.

Lake Enjoyment in the Convenience of the City

Eagle Creek Reservoir offers a variety of outdoor recreation while being minutes from downtown, making it a source of sought-after property.

Lake Overview

  • 44ft. Deepest Depth
  • Year Built
    1970
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    1,400

Information

  • Counties: Marion County
  • Fish: Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, White Crappie

Restrictions

-- Boats must be 8-foot minimum, 26-foot maximum, with a 10 horsepower motor limit. (See https://eaglecreekpark.org/park-faq/))