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Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black crappie, walleye, bluegill, redear sunfish and striped bass at Geist Reservoir in Indiana.

Geist Lake, IN

This 1,800 acre lake is situated in the northeast outskirts of Indianapolis, IN. The lake is surrounded primarily by homes, many with boat docks. Geist Marina has a public boat launch and offers boat rentals and boat storage. Geist Lake is a popular lake for bass tournaments, and has plenty of fishing for other species as well.

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Primary fish species residing in Geist Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Largemouth bass Channel catfish Flathead catfish Black crappie Walleye Bluegill Redear Sunfish Striped bass

Geist Reservoir Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Geist Marina
Rentals: Pontoon boats
317 849-8455

Marinas

Geist Marina
11695 Fall Creek Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46256
317 849-8455

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Fall Creek Trail at Geist Dam, Launch Area
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, off Fall Creek Trail, at the west end of the dam, this is a primitive launch area with primitive parking.

Geist Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, east side, at the south end of the Olio Road Bridge, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Sleepybear Campground - 317 691-2339

Geist Lake, IN Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

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Contact Information

Geist Reservoir
Geist Marina
11695 Fall Creek Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46256
317 849-8455

 

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Geist Reservoir in Indiana.

Bass, catfish and striper fishing in central IN.

Fishing at Geist Lake, in Indiana.