What to do at Wasatch Lake
FACES OF WASATCH CHALLENGE!
Wasatch Lake Explorers, we’ve got a Challenge for you!! For those who do not know, there are 15 faces strategically placed throughout the 12 miles of hiking trails at Wasatch Lake. All of the faces are no more than 20 feet off of trail and can be located on any of the trails marked on the maps in each cabin binder. Take the maps with you on your hike and mark on them as needed! Find 5 faces on the trails and receive a Wasatch lake T-shirt! Find 10 faces on the trail and receive a Wasatch Lake Hat to go with the T-shirt! Find all 15 faces and receive a 25% discount on your next Wasatch Lake reservation! Regardless of how many faces found, we want everyone to receive the chance to win something! If you find one face anywhere on the trails, take a fun photo with it! Post that fun photo to Instagram and/or Facebook with the hashtag #FacesOfWasatch and the location tagged at Wasatch Lake, and you will be entered to win a free two nights stay in a cabin of your choice! Happy Hunting!
- Any and all prizes must be accompanied by a photo!
- Stay will be valid October of that year through March of the following year.
- We must be able to see your post tagged to our social media to enter.
- Drawings will be every October and every March and will reset after each drawing period.
- Bookings subject to availability
FISHING
Fishing is a real joy at Wasatch Lake but is not to be abused. Fish and enjoy all day long yet please respect our slot limit. You will find Blue Gill, Red Ears, Large Mouth Bass, and Catfish. All Bass are catch and release – 12” or larger. Daily limit of 4 blue gill per fisherman per day and one catfish per fisherman per day. Try your hand at catching “Big Moe” and make sure to snap of photo! No fishing license required. You will need to provide your own fishing gear and bait.
WATER ACTIVITIES
All water activities at Wasatch Lake are at YOUR own risk including but not limited to: swimming, boating, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, etc. THERE IS NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY. It is recommended that children under the age of 12 wear Life Jackets in and around the water at all times. It is also recommended that Flotation Devices be employed by all persons (adults and children) during any water activities.We encourage you to use your own safety flotations devices. If you do not have one, flotations devices can be found at the swimming beach shed, and the woodshed between Cabins 8 and 9. If you need assistance, please ask Wasatch caretakers, they will provide them! Each cabin is supplied with a dock and a row boat. Electric Trolling motors are allowed but not provided. Canoes and Kayaks are first come first serve at our beach. Wanting to venture out? There’s boating and fishing nearby at Cagle’s Mill Lake in Leiber State Recreational Park as well!
HIKING & BIKING
Hiking is a wonderful pleasure at Wasatch Lake. Over 12 miles of hiking trails are available for your enjoyment. All trails loop and connect to one another making it easy to navigate. As an additional incentive to enjoy the hike, get out there and take the “Find the Faces” Challenge. Fifteen tree faces have been strategically placed throughout the marked trails, can you find the faces? Find the faces, win some prizes!
TENNIS
Enjoy playing a couple matches of tennis over in our south meadow. It’s also a great place for a Family Picnic!
PICKLEBALL
Our tennis court is also marked for pickleball, America’s fastest growing sport! Paddles and pickleballs can be found in the maintenance barn. Ask Wasatch caretakers for assistance.
GOLFING
Not far from Wasatch Lake you can enjoy three different courses to play a few rounds of golf.
- Clover Meadows Golf Course: 1999 E Co Rd 1100 S, Cloverdale, IN 46120; (765) 795-6001
- Pine Woods Golf Course: 888 County Rd 275 W, Spencer, IN 47460; (812) 829-9028
- Rolling Meadows Golf Course: 4120 N Mt Carmel Rd, Gosport, IN 47433; (812) 829-0717
LONG HOUSE LODGE
The Lodge is open for guest use from 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM unless an event is taking place. The Long House Lodge offers an array of activities such as pool, fooseball, ping pong, an assortment of board games, and horseshoe. Come relax in one of our high back chairs over looking the lake with a good book. WiFi available!
BIRD WATCHING
We have documented many different birds to come through Wasatch Lake over the years. Grab your binoculars and go see for yourself!
IN THE WINTER TIME
Enjoy winter walks, cross country skiing, sledding, tobogganing, ice skating, ice fishing, build your own snowman, or just curl up in front of a cozy fire with a good book!
Suggested Items to Bring to Wasatch Lake to make your stay more Enjoyable:
- Charcoal for the Grill
- Plastic Wrap or Tupperware for leftovers
- Bottled water if you do not like well water
- Bag of ice, no ice machine on premises
- Swim Gear including Beach Towels
- Starter Log and Lighter Fluid
- Bait & Other Fishing Supplies
- Tennis Racquets & Balls
- Pickleball Paddles & Balls
- Electric Trolling Motors ONLY
- Cross County Skis or sleds
- DVD’s