Lake Freeman
Monticello, Indiana

While there are larger lakes in the state, the man-made Freeman Lake is unequaled anywhere in Indiana because the run-of-the-river dam maintains a nearly constant water level in the lake throughout the year.  More than 100 camps, resorts and other commercial enterprises are located around the lake, in addition to the more than 1,000 year-around homes, numerous summer cottages and mobile homes.  Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the influx of summer residents and visitors to the area multiples the population several times.  Tourism alone is said to generate an estimated $70 million annually in retail sales and services, making tourism one of White County's economic cornerstones.

 
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Monticello, Indiana offers many recreational activities to satisfy every desire.  Enjoy beautiful scenery on the Lakes of Monticello or take part in many of the local festivals.  Lake Freeman provides relaxation and fun for the entire family.  Spend a day golfing at one of many local golf courses and country clubs. Many of the local marinas offer watercraft rentals for family enjoyment on the lakes.  Take time out to visit one of Monticello's beaches or sandbars.  

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Enjoy fishing on Lake Freeman. There is a large variety of fish to catch, from bass fishing, catfish fishing, bluegill fishing, and many others.

Both fishing licenses and free hunting and fishing regulation booklets can be obtained at many locations throughout the county, including small bait shops.  In addition to selling fishing licenses and providing regulation booklets, local bait shops are a good source of information concerning state fishing regulations.  Both the licenses and regulation booklets are also available from the Circuit Court Clerk at the White County Building.  A state fishing license must be purchased by every angler, with the following exceptions:

Any Indiana resident 65 years of age or older Anyone under 17 years old  Indiana residents who are legally blind Residents of state-owned mental facilities Those residents of a licensed healthcare facility in Indiana who are taking part in a supervised activity sponsored by the facility. Indiana residents on leave from active duty in the military who have their military ID and leave papers.  Those in the military not from Indiana can fish with a military ID, leave papers and a resident license or voter registration card. The costs and types of licenses vary. Indiana residents can buy an annual license for $14.25 or a one-day license for $7. (An Indiana resident is defined as a person who has lived in Indiana continuously for 60 days preceding the date of license or permit purchase.) Non-resident licenses are $24.75 for one year; $7 for a one day license; and $12.75 for a seven-day license. A combined hunting and fishing license is $20.75 for state residents. People must have licenses in their possession when fishing.  It must be carried on your person, along with one other piece of identification. Fines for fishing without a license range from $1 to $500, plus court costs.  The amount of the fine is determined by the judge.

Ray's Archery & Tackle
219-583-6489, US Highway 421 S, Monticello, IN 47960

Wood's Sporting Goods
219-583-4559, 904 N Main St, Monticello, IN

A full-service marina carries full lines of boats, motors and marine accessories to serve the recreational needs of boaters in the twin lakes area.  Tall Timbers Marina has two lakefront locations; one on Lake Freeman and one on Lake Shafer.  Both stores offer an extensive selection of boats which include Regal, Caravelle and Godfrey Marine's; Sanpan, Aqua Patio and Sweetwater pontoons.  The store also carries J.C. Mfg., Tritoon, Suntoon and Neptoon series pontoons; Mastercraft, Supra and Moomba ski boats.  Other brand name lines include Stratos, Javelin, Bass America and Smoker Craft bass boats; Polarkraft and War Eagle jon boats.  The store also carries Yamaha water vehicles, as well as Hurricane deck boats.  The main Tall Timbers store on Lake Freeman is located east of the Washington Street Bridge (U.S. 24) in downtown Monticello.  Summer store hours are 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. everyday.  This location can be reached at (574)583-9628.  Additionally, Tall Timbers carries a complete selection of boating accessories from O'Brien ski gloves, ski ropes, water skis, tubes, kneeboards, wakeboards, and Barefoot International Gear.  

Twin Lakes Marina
219-965-2971, 11923 W 800 N, Monticello, IN 47960-8057

Poncie's Water Sports
Boat Dealer, Marina, Boat Storage
219-583-6168, 804 W Broadway St, Monticello, IN 47960-2011

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