Access Site
IN
Hawthorn Park
City: Terre Haute, IN
County: Vigo County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.49072355, -87.32367518
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Wabash River at Terre Haute, IN
3.4 mi away
Sugar Creek at West Terre Haute, IN
4.7 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Hawthorn Park provides public boat access to Maple Avenue Lake in Terre Haute, offering a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters. The facility includes a boat ramp, parking area, picnic facilities, and scenic trails, making it a well-rounded destination for water-based recreation. The park is family-friendly and wheelchair accessible, welcoming paddlers of all experience levels.
Maple Avenue Lake is a popular fishing destination known for largemouth bass, warmouth, and bluegill, so expect to share the water with anglers during peak times. The calm lake environment makes it ideal for kayaking and canoeing. Before visiting, check current operating hours and confirm availability through forgeparks.com/maple-lake or by contacting maplelake@theforgeparks.com, as hours vary by day. The park also offers bank fishing, piers, docks, and a peaceful setting for those seeking a quieter paddling experience.
Maple Avenue Lake is a popular fishing destination known for largemouth bass, warmouth, and bluegill, so expect to share the water with anglers during peak times. The calm lake environment makes it ideal for kayaking and canoeing. Before visiting, check current operating hours and confirm availability through forgeparks.com/maple-lake or by contacting maplelake@theforgeparks.com, as hours vary by day. The park also offers bank fishing, piers, docks, and a peaceful setting for those seeking a quieter paddling experience.