Mississinewa Lake

02/01/2026

Our upcoming Bob Ross themed Happy Little 5K race allows you to choose where and when you run, walk, or hike the 5K! The Happy Little 5K supports tree plantings and other healthy forest initiatives in Indiana State Parks. For $36 per person, each participant will receive a Happy Little 5K shirt, a commemorative bib, and a finisher medal.

A great place to complete your 5K is at Mississinewa Lake! There are several trails you can use to complete the 5K, one trail you may want to check out is the Lost Sister Trail at Francis Slocum SRA. In April, you may see budding wildflowers as you travel the trail.

Learn more and sign up today at runsignup.com/happytrees

02/01/2026

Thanks to all the hardy souls who came to the Sunrise Eagle Watch this morning. The wild turkey roosting in the trees outnumbered the eagles but it was a beautiful morning with the eagles and with the live birds of prey from the Salamonie Raptor Center.

01/23/2026

Sunrise Eagle Watch POSTPONED! NEW DATE: Jan. 31, 2026.

Due to dangerous wind chills, the event originally scheduled for tomorrow, Jan. 24, 2026, will be postponed for one week.

Please re-register for new date: 260-468-2127.

Send a message to learn more

01/14/2026

Join us for special events at Mississinewa and Salamonie Lakes 2026.
See events and property information at on.IN.gov/mississinewalake

2026 Special Events
Upper Wabash Interpretive Services
Contact: [email protected] or 260-468-2127
Serving Salamonie and Mississinewa Lakes

01/13/2026

POSTPONED! Due to dangerous wind chills, this event will be postponed for one week. NEW DATE: Jan. 31, 2026. Please register for new date: 260-468-2127.

19th Annual Sunrise Eagle Watch at Mississinewa Lake
6:30a.m.

Meet at Mississinewa’s Miami SRA boat launch at 6:30 a.m. to caravan to a bald eagle roost to look for birds taking morning flight. Dress for the weather. Bring binoculars, cameras, and spotting scopes.

Following the Sunrise Eagle Watch we invite you to Breakfast with the Birds! Breakfast will be served (freewill donation) at 8 a.m. Birds from Salamonie Raptor Center will be present. The breakfast is a fundraiser in support of Salamonie Lake’s Raptor Center and is hosted by Friends of Upper Wabash Interpretive Services.

Registration is required. Accessible parking available at the roost; please make requests during registration.

Events Upper Wabash Interpretive Services.
Salamonie Interpretive Center
3691 New Holland Road Andrews, Indiana 46702

[email protected] or 260-468-2127
on.IN.gov/mississinewalake

12/23/2025

Mississinewa Lake First Day Hike, Jan. 1, 2026.

Start the New Year off right with fresh air and renewed senses Jan. 1 at 10 a.m.

Meet at the Blue Heron Trail for an approximate one-mile stroll through the woods. The Blue Heron Trail is located in Miami SRA at Mississinewa Lake.

Dress for the weather. Families, and friendly dogs on leashes, are welcome. Advance registration is requested by calling 260-468-2127.

Visit https://on.IN.gov/mississinewalake to see a map showing the trail location.

12/21/2025

Flyer listing all preschool program dates for 2026.

12/16/2025

Thank You, Indiana Backcountry Hunters & Anglers!
We appreciate the Indiana BHA Chapter for supporting habitat management efforts at Mississinewa Lake with essential funding for pollinator and quail habitat improvements, and fuel for this important work.
Partnerships like this help us enhance wildlife habitat, support biodiversity, and ensure these natural areas remain healthy and accessible for future generations. We’re grateful for their continued commitment to conservation and stewardship in Indiana.
Interested in getting involved?
Watch on.IN.gov/mississinewalake and https://ow.ly/YVtZ50XJzrF for upcoming volunteer events—we look forward to working alongside people who want to make a positive impact on our natural resources!

11/23/2025

Opt OUT of long lines and stress and for a day at the lake on the day after Thanksgiving!

Plan to celebrate Nov. 28, 2025 by visiting a DNR property. DNR properties with entrance fees are offering free admission that day for those seeking to opt outside for a solo adventure or time with friends or family.

Share a photo of your day’s outdoor experience on social media and use or complete a scavenger hunt for a chance to win prizes. Visit on.IN.gov/optoutside for details.

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

Property Update for the season: 11-11-2025
* All comfort stations closed.
* No water available in campground.
* Frost free spigot located on South side of office building.
* Dump station available with no water for rinsing.
Enjoy a winter hike in a peaceful landscape!
The lake is currently 16 feet above winter pool.
Keep track of current levels athttps://www.lrc-wc.usace.army.mil/data/uwlakes/uwlakes_day/ #:~:text=Winter%20Pool%20%28ft%29%20Summer%20Pool%20%28ft%29%20Flood%20Pool,4.5%20MISSISSINEWA%20UPPER%20WABASH%20RIVER%20Daily%20Lake%20Report
photo copyright DNR/V.Davis