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Sullivan Lake Private Dredging Procedure & Waiver

Sullivan Lake Private Dredging Procedure & Waiver

Property owners at Sullivan Lake who wish to complete private dredging on or near their lakefront area must first review and complete the official Sullivan Lake Private Dredging Procedure and Waiver. This document outlines the necessary steps, safety protocols, and approval process required to ensure that all dredging projects are completed responsibly and in a way that protects the lake environment and neighboring properties.

✅ Download the form here:
Click to view and download the Sullivan Lake Private Dredging Procedure and Waiver (PDF)

Once completed, please return the signed form to the Sullivan County Park and Lake Office for review and approval prior to beginning any work.

For questions or additional information, contact the park office at 812-268-

by MelissaUncategorized0

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at Sullivan County Park & Lake!

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at Sullivan County Park & Lake!
📅 August 29–31, 2025
📍 Sullivan County Park & Lake

As summer winds down, there’s still time for one last big celebration—and Sullivan County Park & Lake is the place to be for Labor Day Weekend 2025! We’re ending the season with a 3-day festival packed with live music, food and craft vendors, bounce houses, and an unforgettable fireworks show over the lake.

Whether you’re camping for the weekend, spending the day at the beach, or cruising around on your golf cart—there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

🎪 Friday, August 29

  • Festival opens with bounce houses and vendors
  • Live music from Blue River Band | 8–11 PM at the Hinesley Pavilion

🎆 Saturday, August 30

  • Festival fun continues
  • Live performance by Full Circle Band | 8–11 PM
  • FIREWORKS Over the Lake at dusk – grab a spot by the water and get ready for a show!

🎶 Sunday, August 31

  • Live music by East Side Yacht Club | 8–11 PM
    Sponsored by the Friends of Sullivan County Park & Lake

Plan Your Visit

This weekend is the perfect chance to soak up those final summer vibes with family and friends. Bring your lawn chairs, enjoy a sweet treat from a vendor, and dance the night away under the stars. Normal gate fees apply, and all music events are free to attend inside the park.

Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook for live updates and event reminders!

by MelissaActivities, Community Events, Events, Sullivan County Indiana0

🎉 Join Us for the First-Ever Food Truck Fridays Summer Kick-Off Party at Sullivan County Park & Lake! 🎉

Summer 2025 is about to heat up — and we’re inviting YOU to be part of the fun!
For the first time ever, Sullivan County Park & Lake is launching a brand new tradition: Food Truck Fridays happening every Friday night in June and July.

And we’re kicking things off in a BIG way with our Summer Kick-Off Party on Friday, June 6, 2025!

🍔 What is Food Truck Fridays at Sullivan County Park & Lake?

Food Truck Fridays are your new favorite way to spend summer evenings by the lake!
Each Friday from June through July, the park will come alive with local food trucks, sweet treats, and fun activities perfect for the whole family.

To start the season off right, we’re throwing a special Kick-Off Party with even more excitement packed in!

🎤 What to Expect at the Summer Kick-Off Party (Friday, June 6)

Here’s what’s happening at the very first Food Truck Friday:

✅ Food Trucks from 5 PM – 9 PM
Enjoy a variety of local eats and savory favorites — there’s something for every taste!

✅ Ice Cream Truck
Cool down with frozen treats the whole family will love.

✅ Karaoke with H2K from 6 PM – 8 PM
Grab the mic and sing your heart out under the summer sky.

✅ Foam Party for the Kids from 5 PM – 8 PM
Bubbles, foam, and non-stop giggles make this a can’t-miss part of the night.

✅ Plus More Family Fun and Surprises!
We’ve got plenty of other activities planned to make sure this is a night to remember.

📅 Event Details

Date: Friday, June 6, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Sullivan County Park & Lake

🎟️ Admission is FREE!
Just bring your family, friends, and summer vibes — no registration required.

🌟 Why You Should Attend

  • Kick off summer in style with great food, live karaoke, and family-friendly fun.
  • Enjoy the first-ever Food Truck Fridays at the lake — be part of local history.
  • Create lasting memories with activities for all ages.

Plus, this is just the beginning! Food Truck Fridays continue every Friday in June and July, so make visiting Sullivan County Park & Lake part of your summer routine.

📌 Plan Your Visit

Sullivan County Park & Lake offers the perfect setting to gather, eat, and play. After the kick-off party, stick around for camping, kayaking, or a relaxing night by the lake.

👉 Learn more about upcoming events and park amenities here: https://www.facebook.com/sullivanparkandlake/events
👉 Follow us on Facebook for event updates and more!

📣 See You at the Lake for Food Truck Fridays!

Don’t miss out on this exciting new summer tradition.
Invite your friends, tag your family, and make your plans now to join us for the Food Truck Fridays Summer Kick-Off Party on Friday, June 6, 2025!

by MelissaCommunity Events, May 2025 Events, Sullivan County Indiana, Yard Sale0

Sullivan County’s Biggest Yard Sale Event is Back – Don’t Miss Out on May 31, 2025!

Shop, Sell, and Explore at Sullivan County Park & Lake’s Campground-Wide Yard Sale!

Looking for a reason to spend a beautiful spring morning at Sullivan County Park & Lake? We’ve got just the thing! 🌞🛍️

Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 31, 2025, because our Campground-Wide Yard Sale is back and bigger than ever! From 8 AM to 1 PM, campers and visitors alike will turn the park into a treasure hunter’s paradise. Whether you’re looking to clear out some clutter or score a bargain, this is the place to be!

🏕️ Campers – Ready to Sell?

If you’re camping with us, it’s only $5 to join the fun and have your campsite added to the official master yard sale map. Just drop off your fee and site number at the gatehouse or stop by the office. It’s the easiest way to turn your unused items into cash—without even leaving your site!

🚶‍♂️ Not Camping? No Problem!

We’re opening up a shelter house for non-campers who want to participate. Bring your tables, your treasures, and set up shop! To reserve your spot, simply contact Lana at the park office—spaces are limited, so don’t wait!

🎉 Why You Shouldn’t Miss This Event:

  • 🌟 A fun community atmosphere
  • 🛒 Dozens of yard sales in one scenic location
  • 💸 Turn your “junk” into someone else’s treasure
  • 🚶‍♀️ Great way to explore Sullivan County Park & Lake
  • ☕ Perfect Saturday morning activity with friends & family

Whether you’re buying, selling, or just browsing, there’s something for everyone. And who knows—you might just find that perfect item you didn’t know you needed!

📞 How to Register:

  • Campers: Drop off $5 + site number at the gatehouse or office
  • Non-Campers: Call Lana at the park office to reserve a shelter house spot

Don’t miss out on one of Sullivan County’s favorite spring events! Come for the bargains, stay for the views, and enjoy a day at the lake. 🌳💦

“One man’s junk is another man’s treasure!”

For more info, visit our Events Page or call the park office today.

by MelissaUncategorized0

Help Us Restore Sullivan County Park & Lake

🌊 Help Us Restore Sullivan County Park & Lake! 🚜

Exciting things are happening at Sullivan County Park & Lake—but we need your help to make them a reality! We’ve launched a Capital Fundraising Campaign to support the much-needed lake dredging project, which will improve water quality, enhance recreation, and preserve our beloved lake for generations to come.

💙 Your donation makes a difference! Every contribution brings us one step closer to a cleaner, healthier lake.

📲Click the link to learn more and make a donation today: http://wvcf.org/funds/sullivanparkandlake

Thank you for your support in keeping Sullivan County Park & Lake a treasure for our community!

by MelissaUncategorized0

Lake Dredging Project Groundbreaking Ceremony

You’re Invited! 🚜🌊

Join us for the Lake Dredging Project Groundbreaking Ceremony at Sullivan County Park & Lake on April 8 at 11 AM in Camp Area G!

This marks the exciting beginning of a major project to improve the lake for generations to come. We’re thrilled to take this next step and would love for our community to be part of the moment!

Come out to learn more about the project, celebrate with us, and witness the first steps toward a better, cleaner lake.

📅 Date: April 8, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Camp Area G, Sullivan County Park & Lake

We look forward to seeing you there! #SullivanCountyPark #LakeDredgingProject #GroundbreakingDay 

by MelissaUncategorized0

Sullivan County Park and Lake Community Forum to Discuss Upcoming Lake Dredging Project

Sullivan, IN – Sullivan County officials are inviting local residents, stakeholders, and media outlets to attend an important Community Forum regarding the upcoming lake dredging project at Sullivan County Park and Lake. The meeting will provide an opportunity for community members to learn more about the project’s details, timeline, and the long-term benefits for the park and surrounding areas.

Date and Time:
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
6:00 PM

Location:
Sullivan Civic Center
344 N. Main Street, Sullivan, Indiana 47882

The lake dredging project is a vital initiative to maintain the health and accessibility of Sullivan County Park and Lake, a beautiful 461-acre lake surrounded by 460 acres of parkland. The dredging will help improve water quality, increase recreational opportunities, and preserve the aesthetic appeal of the lake. Sullivan County Park and Lake is home to over 500 campsites, a variety of boating and water sports activities, fishing, shelter houses, and cabin rentals, making it a popular destination for residents and visitors alike.

“This community forum is an excellent opportunity for residents to get a detailed look at the scope of the dredging project and ask any questions they may have,” said Damon Golish – SCP&L Superintendent. “We want to make sure that everyone understands the positive impact this project will have on our local environment, recreational opportunities, and local economy.”

At the forum, attendees will hear from the project managers, contractors and partners who will provide insights into the dredging process and its timeline. The meeting will also address any potential disruptions during the project and how the park and lake will benefit in the long term.

Also, recently an economic impact study regarding Lake Sullivan was conducted by RJL Solutions. This project was made possible through the Wabash Valley Community Foundation and the Lilly Endowment’s Gift VIII. The results of this study will be presented and discussed at this forum. 

“We encourage everyone to attend and be part of this important conversation. It’s an exciting project for the community, and we want to ensure everyone has a chance to be fully informed,” saidDewey Collins – SCP&L Board President.

All community members, local leaders and stakeholders, and park visitors are invited to attend this informative session. 

For more information about the event, please contact Chris Egge at 

(812) 240-0083 or christopher_egge@yahoo.com.

by david@suncaststudios.comActivities, Events

Sullivan County Park & Lake Campers Association

Sullivan County Park and Lake Campers Association, LLC

Responsibilities and Duties

The primary purpose of the LLC is exclusively as a social club organized and operated for the pleasure and recreation of its managers and members within the meaning of Section 501c7 of the Internal Revenue Code 1986 or the corresponding provision of any future United States revenue law to provide opportunities for Members and Managers to engage in recreational and social activities at the Sullivan County Park & Lake. Further purpose is to sponsor, host, and/or participate in events and activities that promote the enjoyment of camping at and visiting the Sullivan County Park & Lake.

Activities include, but are not limited to, organizing and sponsoring golf outings, frisbee golf tournaments, fishing rodeos, golf cart and boat parades, and other activities that campers and visitors request.

There is no membership dues or cost to belong to the Campers Association. The Campers Association meets the first Saturday of each month from March thru October at the main office at 9:00 am. Organizers of the LLC are obligated to promote membership, keep members informed of events, problems, accomplishments, and concerns.

by david@suncaststudios.comActivities

Boaters Have A Great Hangout At Sullivan Lake

Spring is just starting to pop here at the lake, but that isn’t stopping us from thinking ahead to those long, hot, and glorious days of sunshine and fun. We are full steam ahead planning and anxiously waiting for those sweltering days.

Looking for a great summer location? Then consider taking a look right here. Sullivan Lake is a great local hangout for boaters of all types.  Zip around the lake on a tube or ski, relax while you cruise your pontoon around, or even kayak in the early morning or evening. If you choose the calmer hours you might just catch a glimpse of a resident Bald Eagle or two, or perhaps an Osprey swooping down for a meal!  There are several coves that offer safe ‘idle only’ areas where you may anchor your boat and go for a swim.   Don’t have a boat?  Rent one from the Park! Our staff will be more than happy to assist you with the process and information for availability.

Whether you want the thrill of the wind through your hair as you bump along or you prefer the lounge and laze style of boating, this lake has opportunity for both. I promise you will love the boating community that continues to congregate year after year. There are boaters who haven’t missed a summer visiting the lake since the opening in 1968. If that isn’t testimony enough for the fun had and the memories made here, I don’t know what is? The community that surrounds Sullivan County Park and Lake is truly one of a kind and makes the appeal of the lake more special.

Maybe boating really isn’t your thing or not really an option. That is completely ok! We have you covered for that too. The beach is also open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and offers a great place to cool off on the hot days. The beach is a favorite for the younger ones who love to wade and play in the sand. It’s a favorite for mom too since it offers a safe and inexpensive way to entertain the kids for hours while making fun summer memories to last a lifetime. It really is a great family friendly spot to relax for the day. Pack a picnic and enjoy lunch and snacks under one of our beautiful shade trees at the picnic area overlooking the beach area and lake. Even if you don’t have little ones don’t let that deter you from coming and cooling off. Our staff and generous volunteers are dedicated to keeping the beach in tip top shape so it is ready when you are.

by david@suncaststudios.comActivities

Great Fishing Opportunities At Sullivan Lake

Sullivan Lake has great Crappie, Bluegill, Bass, and Saugeye!

Sullivan Lake offers a wide variety of great fishing opportunities almost year-round.  In the spring, crappie and bluegill begin biting very well, especially when water temperatures rise above 55°F.   When temperatures are 55-60°F, look for large schools of crappie to hold on laydowns and brush piles in deeper water close to the shore.  Fish slow vertically with minnows or slow-moving artificial baits.  As water temps rise into the lower 60s, crappie will begin to move shallow to spawn and the action can be fast and furious.  Throw curly tailed grubs or other artificial lures shallow in protected coves or pockets to target their spawning areas.  In and around docks can also be good this time of year.  This pattern should stay good until water gets above 70°F.  Bluegill can be found in similar areas, however, their spawn usually occurs from 67-80°F.  Bluegill will also hit the artificial lures, but it is hard to beat the classic worm or cricket under a bobber.  Daily bag limits for crappie on Sullivan Lake are 25 per person with no size limit.  There are no daily bag or size limits for bluegill.

You can also luck into a nice Saugeye this time of year!  Saugeye are a mix of Sauger and Walleye, and are great eating.  The daily bag limit is 6 and fish must be 14” or greater.  Fast moving baits like lipless crankbaits and jigs can trigger hard strikes.  These fish seem to be most active during morning and evening hours.

Don’t forget, Sullivan Lake also has a very healthy largemouth bass population.  Many tournaments are held on the lake every year (check out USABassin.com for a schedule).  Early in spring, fish rock banks where water warms the quickest with a spinnerbait or crankbait.  As bass move into spawn, try slowing down with a Texas-rigged soft plastic stick bait in the backs of coves.  The daily bag limit for largemouth bass on Sullivan Lake is 5 fish, which must be 14” or greater in length.