Attractions

  • Located six miles east of Bellefontaine on S.R. 540, Zane Caverns feature illuminated two-level caves • The caves are known for the formation of "cave pearls"
    • There is a fee for admission
  • Ohio Caverns, three miles east of West Liberty on State Route 245, is the largest of all Ohio caves • Exquisite crystal-white stalactite/stalagmite formations are found in great profusion and artistic settings • There is a fee for admission
  • Mad River Mountain ski area is located five miles east of Bellefontaine on US 33
  • Horse rentals are available at Marmon Valley Farms on US 33
  • Piatt Castles, Mac-A-Cheek and Mac-O-Chee, are located near West Liberty on State Route 245 • Built by the Piatt family after the Civil War, the houses are noted for their architecture, furnishings and collection of Indian relics

Boating

  • The 5,800-acre lake offers unlimited horsepower boating and features four boat ramps and boat docks for rental.
  • Skiing is popular in the open zone area.
  • Indian Lake State Park is the only State Park Lake with a designated “Canoe Trail” and also rents canoes.
  • Indian Lake is the only inland lake in Ohio with lighted buoys for night navigation.

Hunting and Fishing

  • Largemouth bass, saugeye, white bass, crappie, bluegill, walleye, yellow perch and catfish are plentiful here.
  • Hunting is permitted in designated areas only.
  • A valid Ohio hunting and/or fishing license is required.

Trails

  • The Cherokee Trail, a 3-mile easy walk through brushy habitat, is located west of the State Park campgrounds.
  • The Pew Island Trail, a 1-mile path, encircles Pew Island.
  • Access is available to Pew Island from a causeway.
  • This trail affords a spectacular view of Indian Lake.
  • A paved bikeway is located on the West Bank between Old Field Beach and Lakeview Harbor. The bikeway is 3 miles long.
  • Walkers and joggers are welcome to use the bikeway.

Swimming & Picnicking

  • 2 public beaches, Old Field Beach and Fox Island Beach, invite swimmers to relax in the cool waters of Indian Lake.
  • 4 designated boat/swim areas
  • Picnickers at the beach may choose from a number of shaded areas equipped with tables and grills
  • 5 shelters are reservable, call the park office for details