Geist Reservoir
Geist Reservoir
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Geist Reservoir is a 1,800-acre impoundment located in the northeast outskirts of Indianapolis, Indiana. Created by damming Fall Creek, this popular fishing destination offers over 20 miles of shoreline and serves as a vital water resource for the Indianapolis area. With an average depth of 10 feet and a maximum depth of 48 feet, Geist Reservoir provides diverse fishing opportunities in an urban setting. The reservoir is surrounded primarily by private homes with boat docks, making it both a residential lake and a recreational destination for anglers seeking quality fishing experiences close to Indiana's largest metropolitan area.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Geist Reservoir and what's needed to catch them.
Find which waters have the species you want to catch
Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides
Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Walleye
Sander vitreus
Black Crappie
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Black Bullhead
Ameiurus melas
Bluegill Sunfish
Lepomis macrochirus
Channel Catfish
Ictalurus punctatus
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Flathead Catfish
Pylodictis olivaris
Golden Redhorse
Moxostoma erythrurum
Longear Sunfish
Lepomis megalotis
Northern Hogsucker
Hypentelium nigricans
Pumpkinseed
Lepomis gibbosus
Redear Sunfish
Lepomis microlophus
Rock Bass
Ambloplites rupestris
Striped Bass
Morone saxatilis
Yellow Bass
Morone mississippiensis
Yellow Perch
Perca flavescens
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Geist Reservoir. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Geist Reservoir
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Indiana licenses and regulations
Indiana Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Indiana Fishing License
Non-resident youth age 17 or younger are exempt from a fishing license, state migratory waterfowl stamp, and gamebird habitat stamp.
Indiana Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Indiana Stream Access Laws
Public recreation and boating are allowed on all navigable, state-owned waters/riverbeds. That determination, however, can be difficult to ascertain. We recommend consulting a stream roster on indiana.gov
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