Geist Reservoir
Geist Reservoir near McCordsville covers 1,890 acres and is owned by Citizens Energy Group. DNR's 2017 survey ranked it top of the Indiana impoundments for fishing, with sunfish, bass and catfish rated excellent.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Bluegill
Most numerous gamefish in 2017 survey
Largemouth Bass
DNR rates excellent
Redear Sunfish
DNR best fishing species
Channel Catfish
DNR rates excellent
Crappie
Black and white crappie; DNR rates good
Yellow Perch
In 2017 survey
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Public boat rampsRampLaunch fees: $20 weekdays, $35 weekends/holidays in summer; $20 off-season (2017 report)Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Geist Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Indiana Department of Natural Resources ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Geist Reservoir ↗Local tips
- No outboard motor restriction; statewide size and bag limits apply.
- Vegetation (milfoil, coontail) holds fish; plants found to 9 ft.
- Expect launch fees.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.