Summit Lake State Park

Summit Lake State Park

Sign at Summit Lake State Park
Map showing the location of Summit Lake State Park

Location of Summit Lake State Park in Indiana

Location Henry County, Indiana, United States
Nearest city New Castle, Indiana
Coordinates 40°02′N 85°18′W / 40.03°N 85.30°WCoordinates: 40°02′N 85°18′W / 40.03°N 85.30°W
Area 2,680 acres (1,080 ha)
Established 1988
Governing body Indiana Department of Natural Resources
http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2967.htm

Summit Lake State Park is a park located near New Castle, Indiana in east-central Indiana. Summit Lake became Indiana's 19th state park in 1988. The park covers 2,680 acres (11 km2), including an 800-acre (3.2 km2) lake.

The park is a mix of woodlands, old fields, wetlands, and prairie restoration areas which provide a wide range of flora and fauna. More than 100 species of birds reside in the park, and the area is popular among photographers and bird watchers. Hiking trails offer good views of the lake. Zeigler Woods Nature Preserve, at the southwest corner of the park, is Henry County's only dedicated nature preserve.

Facilities


Sunset at Summit Lake State Park
View from Park Office at Sunset

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