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Sweetwater Lake

Indiana

22Listings$20K-$2M$12.3MTotal Value
Sweetwater Lake, Indiana

Sweetwater Lake real estate is a top ten market for lake homes and land in Indiana.

There are typically around 20 lake homes for sale on Sweetwater Lake, and around 10 lots and land listings available.

This lake has 3 miles of shoreline. The closest major airport is Indianapolis International Airport.

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About Sweetwater Lake

Lush Woodlands of Morgan-Monroe State Forest

Resting in the northeast corner of Brown County is the beautiful Sweetwater Lake. This lake is 379 acres in size, with 3.5 miles of sprawling shoreline.

Neighboring Sweetwater Lake is the smaller Cordry Lake, which is 259 acres in size, with 2.5 miles of shoreline.

These lakes lie within a private community and offer some of the most transparent waters in the state.

Sweetwater Lake has the perks of a private community with a view, but you are also only 60 to 90 minutes from the north side of Indianapolis.

Lake Recreation

Residents can enjoy swimming, boating, and even skiing on the clear waters of Sweetwater Lake. Skiing is only allowed in designated areas of the lake, so be sure to read up on the lake’s rules and regulations.

For pro anglers or just hobbyists, fishing is undoubtedly enjoyed on Sweetwater Lake. Only residents and guests are allowed to fish on this lake, so fishers do not have to worry about high traffic. The more popular species caught here are largemouth bass, bluegill, and black crappie.

Enjoy Nature

Sweetwater Lake sits on the border of three vast stature forests: Monroe State Forest, Yellowwood State Forest, and Brown County State Forest.

Morgan-Monroe State Forest encompasses more than 24,000 acres in Morgan and Monroe counties in south-central Indiana. You can explore the state’s forests, hills, and steep valleys while admiring some of the state’s most beautiful hardwoods.

Here you can enjoy a plethora of outdoor activities and amenities, including primitive camping, cabins, lodges, three lakes, fishing, gold panning, picnicking, hunting, and hiking many miles of trail.

Similarly, Yellowwood State Forest is made up of 2,000 acres with a 133-acre lake. Camping, fishing, hunting, gold panning, picnicking, and hiking trails can also be found.

You will undoubtedly have a hard time running out of new places to explore on Sweetwater Lake.

A More Private Way of Life

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a vacation rental, Sweetwater Lake is an excellent choice.

Lake Overview

  • 3mi. of Shoreline
  • Year Built
    1967
  • Ownership
    Private
  • Acreage
    379

Information

  • Counties: Brown County
  • Fish: Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, White Crappie

Restrictions

  • Boating restrictions (Yes). -- Power or Speed Boat - no longer than 19 feet. Pontoon Boat - No longer than 28 feet and no greater than 100 HP motor. Fishing boat - no longer than 19 feet. Personal watercraft, jet ski, wave runner, or similar are prohibited. (See https://cscd-in.org/documents/164/Green-Rule-Book-5_12_2016.pdf)

Amenities

Golf Courses
(812) 342-4457
588 S Country Club Rd
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 526-3523
151 St Andrews Ave
Edinburgh, IN 46124
Campgrounds
(812) 988-6422
5163 N State Rd 135,
Morgantown, IN 46160
(812) 597-2450
8670 Spearsville Rd
Morgantown, IN 46160

Nearby

Hospitals
(800) 841-4938
2400 17th St
Columbus, IN 47201
Airports
Indianapolis International Airport
7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46241