Indiana provides a nature lover plenty of fun in the sun and the outdoors. Three major lakes in Indiana offer many options for canoe rides, fishing, swimming, and water skiing. The natural beauty in the area of these three lakes will astound all who decide to visit the south central part of Indiana for a trip to a beautiful lake with plenty of activities to take part in while there.
Lake Lemon is a 1,650 acre recreational area that was constructed in 1953 and has been a popular place ever since. Visitors can find picnic areas, a boat launching ramp, a swimming beach, and plenty of places for fishermen to throw a line into the water. The beauty surrounding the lake is as miraculous as the water itself, with rolling hills and beautiful forestry areas, it is sure to be one of the most beautiful lakes in the state.
Lake Lemon is located 10 miles east of Bloomington and the Indiana University campus along State Road 45 North. It is a common weekend hangout for many local boating enthusiasts and IU college students. Almost any time of the year, visitors will be able to find locals at the fishing hole that can tell them about the catch they have made and how the big one got away.
Lake Monroe is the largest inland lake in the state and is also known to be one of the premiere bird watching places in the state. Lake Monroe is surrounded by several thousand acres of forestry owned by both the state of Indiana and the Federal Government, which only adds to the natural beauty that the lake holds.
Built in 1965, Lake Monroe has steadily became the number one lake for fishermen and boaters alike in Indiana. Here guests will find fishing, boating and camping along with swimming , and water skiing on this lake which consists of over 10,500 acres of water. Many locals can be found here about any weekend that is nice enough to take a boat out onto the water. Guests will also want to keep a keen eye out for one of several pairs of bald Eagles that reside at the lake. Guests should consider traveling to Lake Monroe by Highway 446 or by Highway 37.
Finally, a smaller lake, but not any less exciting or lacking in natural beauty is Griffy Lake on North Headley Road in Bloomington. Located very near the Indiana University campus, this lake is a favorite among college students. Visitors do not even have to bring their own boats as there are places where they can rent canoes, kayaks, or even a rowboat to enjoy the beautiful and peaceful area around the lake. Located just two miles from downtown Bloomington, Griffy Lake is a great place for boaters to spend the day.
Bloomington, Indiana has a lot to offer and water sports are not lacking from that offer. With these three lakes and the water activities that they bring with them makes this the perfect water lovers dream world. Stop by any of these three lakes and see what water sport you will enjoy next.