The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Geist Reservoir
Hamilton County, Indiana · 1,890 acres (3 sq mi)
Level 784 ft, calm this morning.
About Geist Reservoir
In Hamilton County, Indiana, Geist Reservoir covers 1,890 acres; it is a reservoir. It was made by Geist Reservoir Dam on the Fall Creek. Geist Reservoir, completed in 1943 northeast of Indianapolis, is a water-supply reservoir operated today by Citizens Energy Group.
It stretches about 4.4 miles end to end and its shoreline adds up to about 17.4 miles. At about 780 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. It reaches about 48 ft at its deepest. The nearest town, McCordsville, is about 1.4 miles southeast.
- Size
- 1,890 acres (3 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 48 ft
- Shoreline
- About 17.4 miles
- End to end
- About 4.4 miles
- Elevation
- About 780 ft
- Type
- Reservoir
- Dam
- Geist Reservoir Dam, Fall Creek
- County
- Hamilton County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise
- 3:45 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 12 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise · wind 7 mph
- 3:45 pm – 6:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 9 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Lakes like Geist Reservoir in Indiana usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Bluegill and sunfish
- Catfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
7-day trend: not enough daily readings yet.
Latest reading .
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:26 am · sunset 5:28 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Geist Reservoir
- McCordsvilleabout 1.4 mi southeast
- Fishersabout 3 mi northwest
- Fortvilleabout 3.2 mi east
- Lawrenceabout 5.1 mi southwest
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Questions about Geist Reservoir
What fish are in Geist Reservoir?
Lakes like Geist Reservoir usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Geist Reservoir?
About 48 ft at the deepest point. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Geist Reservoir?
1,890 acres, with about 17.4 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Geist Reservoir?
McCordsville is about 1.4 miles southeast; Fishers is about 3 miles northwest.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Geist Reservoir?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Geist Reservoir on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
