Overlook Shelter (Brookville Lake)
OVERLOOK SHELTER (BROOKVILLE LAKE)
Part of Brookville Lake
Overview
The Overlook Shelter is located near the Brookville Lake Dam and the Visitor Center. Visitors enjoy this site for the breathtaking view of Brookville Lake and the Dam. Visitors also enjoy the accessibility of a short walk to the Brookville Lake Visitor Center on the Overlook Trail. Capacity for parking at this site is limited to 76 available parking spaces. The Overlook is a day use area only. There is no camping allowed at this site.Facilities
The Overlook Shelter is located near a modern restroom. Electric plug-ins and a water spigot/fountain are available at the shelter There are two cooking grills and a popular playground spot near the site. By purchaisng a Special Activity Permit ($50) guests can also reserve the Overlook Pavilion for special events such as weddings.Natural Features
The Overlook Shelter is located near the Brookville Dam. The view from the shelter is one of the best views in the state of Indiana. Visitors can enjoy a short nature hike to the Brookville Lake Visitor Center.Recreation
Brookville Lake offers excellent boating, water skiing, canoeing, and kayaking opportunities. Canoeing, kayaking, and rafting are popular recreation activities in the Whitewater River located directly below the dam. Other recreation opportunities at the lake include hiking, swimming, camping, fishing, hunting, cabin and boat rentals, gun and archery ranges, and horseback riding. The Overlook shelter is located a short drive away from the Brookville Visitor Center which offers exhibits, history, and information about the lake and the Corps missions in the Ohio Valley.Nearby Attractions
Brookville Lake offers 51 miles of hiking, excellent boating, water skiing, canoeing and kayaking. Brookville's recreation facilities include beaches, boat ramps, campgrounds, fishing piers, an 18- hole golf course, lodging, marinas, picnic areas, playgrounds, restaurants, shooting and archery ranges, and tailwater trout fishing.Important Notices
- Absolutely no parking off road or pulling vehicles into the grass.
- All posted directional signs should be free standing and not attached to existing structures, signs, or trees.
You are reserving the Picnic Shelter at the Overlook Recreation Area. Contact the Visitor Center at (765) 647-6701 if you have additional questions.
Brookville Lake Visitor Center is traditionally open Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Under no circumstances will the Overlook area be closed or gated off for a private party. Full public access is still granted to amenities surrounding the picnic shelter. Do not place signs and/or tell people that the area is private and that they can't use the other amenities at the Overlook Recreation Area.
If you are looking to camp, reservations can be made at two areas at Brookville Lake including Quakertown State Recreation Area & Mounds State Recreation Area. Whitewater Memorial State Park is a nearby option located nearby the north end of Brookville Lake. Visit the website: https://indianastateparks.reserveamerica.com
SHELTER RULES
1. NO paint or sidewalk chalk.
2. NO tape on ANY painted surfaces.
3. NO nails, tacks, or staples on ANY wood surfaces.
4. NO tabletop grills.
5. NO overnight camping.
6. NO sub-renting, charging admission or soliciting.
7. NO water balloons.
8. ALL decorations must be removed before leaving the shelter.
9. IF picnic tables are moved, please move them back to their original location.
10. NO open flames at shelters other than in the grills.
11. ALL pets must be on a leash at all times, and all animal waste must be disposed of.
12. Please consider the environment...NO confetti or other small plastic like decorative materials.
13. ALL trash that does not fit in cans provided must be carried out.
To see a digital copy of Brookville Lake's Rules and Regulations Governing Public Use of Corps of Engineers Water Resources Development Projects (Title 36), please click the link below.
Available Activities
- Day Use Area - Day Use Area
- Observation Site - Observation Site
Directions
From I-74 head west on Highway 52 for 15 miles to Brookville. Continue to State Route 101 North following signs to the Brookville Visitor Center for about a mile. For GPS usage, physical address is 10064 Overlook Rd. Brookville, IN 47012
Contact Information
Phone: (765) 647-6701
10064 Overlook RoadBrookville , IN 47012 10085 Overlook Rd
Brookville , IN 47012
