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Lake guide

Lakes with public beaches

Where to spread out a towel.

Not every lake has a public beach — in fact most don't list one. These are the lakes where a public beach is listed, along with where to find it.

Public beaches

  1. 01Syracuse LakeLakeside Park on the north shore, and Hoy's Beach on Henry St..
    411 acres · 34 ft max · No limit listed
  2. 02Webster LakePublic beach in North Webster Town Park on Himes St..
    653 acres · 52 ft max · No limit listed
  3. 03Winona LakePublic swimming beach on Park Avenue.
    571 acres · 79 ft max · No limit listed
  4. 04Center LakePublic beach in Central Park.
    120 acres · 43 ft max · No limit listed
  5. 05Pike LakePublic beach beside the boat ramp.
    228 acres · 35 ft max · No limit listed
  6. 06Waubee LakePublic beach in Waubee Park.
    187 acres · 51 ft max · No limit listed

Private and campground beaches

These lakes list a beach, but the lake itself is private.

  1. 01Hoffman LakeSmall beach at the campground. Access: Private; campground guests only.
  2. 02Ridinger LakeSmall beach in the campground area. Access: Private.

Lake guides & tools

Lake data: Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams, Grace College · Last reviewed October 2026. Rules can change, so confirm current regulations with Indiana DNR before you go.

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