Fishing near Noblesville, Indiana
Hamilton County, population 69,604 (2020 Census).
- 6 milesto nearest lake page
- 8ramps nearby
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Noblesville as a fishing base
Census 2020 put the population of Noblesville, a city in Hamilton County, at 69,604. The closest paged lake is Morse Reservoir, near 6 miles north of town. The shortest tow to a ramp is 1 mile, to Noblesville boat ramp on White River.
About 4 miles away, Morse Park and Beach needs no boat.
Census 2020 population and Gazetteer point for Noblesville; miles are straight lines.
Noblesville area lakes, by distance
| Lake | Distance | Area | Max depth | Kind | Ramps | Fish the DNR names |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morse Reservoir | 6 miles north | 1,440 acres (NHD outline area) | reservoir | 2 | bluegill, largemouth bass, crappie | |
| Latern Woods Pond | 6 miles south | pond | 0 | bluegill, largemouth bass | ||
| Koteewi Lake | 6 miles north | lake | 1 | largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie | ||
| Founders Park Pond | 7 miles southwest | pond | 0 | redear sunfish, largemouth bass, channel catfish | ||
| Geist Reservoir | 8 miles south | 1,153 acres (NHD outline area) | reservoir | 1 | bluegill, largemouth bass | |
| Meadowlar Park Pond | 8 miles southwest | pond | 0 | channel catfish, catfish |
Acres are the NHD outline area of the mapped lake (USGS National Hydrography Dataset via IndianaMap), not a DNR survey figure. Depths from DNR Status & Trends surveys with the survey year. Indiana DNR Fishing Access Sites layer (shown on the DNR Where to Fish map; attributes as recorded, blank where not recorded), read November 5, 2026.
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- Fall Creek (Delaware and Hamilton Counties)11 miles, 1 DNR access site, 4 USGS gauges
Current flow near Noblesville
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Stony Creek Near Noblesville, In | 5 cfs, 1.86 ft gage height | Nov 7 11:15 pm |
| White River At Noblesville, In | 223 cfs, 3.81 ft gage height | Nov 7 10:45 pm |
| Cicero Creek At Noblesville, In | 30 cfs, 3.84 ft gage height | Nov 7 10:45 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 7, 2026 11:33 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
NHD named flowlines, DNR river designations and USGS gauges (live readings); read November 5, 2026.
Pins around Noblesville
- Noblesville boat ramp on White RiverWhite River, concrete ramp, ADA access, restrooms, lights, no fee recorded, 1 mile
- Forest Park on White RiverWhite River, concrete ramp, ADA access, restrooms, lights, no fee recorded, 1 mile
- Morse Lake Marina and Boat LaunchMorse Reservoir, concrete ramp, courtesy dock, restrooms, lights, fee: Entry Fee, 4 miles
- Prather Park on White RiverWhite River, concrete ramp, restrooms, lights, 5 miles
- Koteewi Lake boat rampKoteewi Lake, concrete ramp, no fee recorded, Electric only, 6 miles
- 116th Street boat ramp on White RiverWhite River, boat ramp, no fee recorded, 6 miles
- Morse Reservoir Red Bridge ParkMorse Reservoir, boat ramp, fishing pier, courtesy dock, ADA access, restrooms, lights, no fee recorded, 7 miles
- Geist Reservoir boat rampGeist Reservoir, concrete ramp, courtesy dock, ADA access, lights, fee: Entry Fee, 7 miles
DNR shore sites handy to Noblesville
- Morse Park and Beachshore access, courtesy dock, ADA access, restrooms, lights, no fee recorded, 4 miles
- Riverwood Canoe Landing on White Rivershore access, no fee recorded, 4 miles
- White River Campground shore accessfishing pier, lights, fee: Entry Fee, 6 miles
- Lantern Woods Pond (Cheeney Creek Natural Area) on Latern Woods Pondfishing pier, ADA access, fee: Entry Fee, 6 miles
- Founders Parkshore access, lights, no fee recorded, 7 miles
- Koteewi Prairie Park on White Rivershore access, restrooms, lights, no fee recorded, 7 miles
Indiana DNR Fishing Access Sites layer (shown on the DNR Where to Fish map; attributes as recorded, blank where not recorded), read November 5, 2026.
Tackle and guides near Noblesville
Bait stores handy to Noblesville
- Schwartz's Bait & Tacklebait and tackle shop, Noblesville, 1 mile
- 4 R Rod & Reel Repairbait and tackle shop, Noblesville, 3 miles
- Pine Crest Marinemarina, Fishers, 4 miles
- Lakeview Marinamarina, Noblesville, 4 miles
- Morse Lake Marinamarina, Noblesville, 4 miles
- Cabela's Noblesvillesporting goods store, Noblesville, 5 miles
- Dick's Sporting Goods Noblesvillesporting goods store, Noblesville, 5 miles
- Corp Fishers Rcrbait and tackle shop, Fishers, 6 miles
Yellow Pages, chain store and DNR property listings (miles only for shops with an exact point); DNR licensed guide list and tourism bureau charter listings; read November 5, 2026.
State record weights from water near Noblesville
| Species | Weight | Water | County | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow Bass | 2 lb. 15 oz. | Morse Reservoir | Hamilton County | 2000 |
| Rock Bass | 3 lb. | Sugar Creek (Hancock and Henry Counties) | Hancock County | 1969 |
Indiana DNR Indiana Record Fish Program list (keeper: Indiana DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife (Indiana Record Fish Program); angler names left off here), read November 5, 2026. Waters within 40 miles.
Size and bag rules for Noblesville anglers
Indiana residents buy the annual license for $23; out-of-state anglers spend $60.
| Species | Daily limit | Size limit |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegill | Unlimited | no size limit |
| Redear Sunfish | 25 | no size limit |
| Black Bass: largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass (in lakes) | 5, any combination of largemouth, smallmouth, or spotted bass | 14 inches |
| Black Bass: largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass (in rivers and streams) | 5, any combination of largemouth, smallmouth, or spotted bass | No fish 12 to 15 inches may be kept, and no more than two fish over 15 inches may be kept |
| Black Bass: largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass (in Lake Michigan) | 3, any combination of largemouth, smallmouth, or spotted bass | 14 inches |
| Yellow Bass | Unlimited | no size limit |
| White Bass, Hybrid Striped Bass | 12, any combination of white bass or hybrid striped bass | No more than two fish may exceed 17 inches |
| Striped Bass | 2 | no size limit |
| Rock Bass | 25 | no size limit |
| Crappie | 25 | no size limit |
| Walleye, Walleye-Sauger Hybrid (Saugeye), Sauger | 6, any combination of walleye, walleye-sauger hybrid, and sauger | For walleye: 14 inches south of SR 26; 16 inches north of SR 26 For sauger and saugeye: No size limit |
| Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge | 1 muskellunge or 1 tiger muskellunge | 36 inches |
| Northern Pike | 3 | 24 inches; no more than one 30 inches or longer |
| Yellow Perch | Unlimited (15 only on Lake Michigan) | no size limit |
| Catfish: Channel, Blue, Flathead (in rivers and streams) | Unlimited | 13 inches; not more than one blue catfish that’s at least 35 inches, one flathead catfish at least 35 inches, and one channel catfish at least 28 inches or longer may be kept |
| Catfish: Channel, Blue, Flathead (in lakes) | 10 | None; not more than one blue catfish that’s at least 35 inches, one flathead catfish at least 35 inches, and one channel catfish at least 28 inches or longer may be kept |
| Bullhead | Unlimited | no size limit |
| Shovelnose Sturgeon | Unlimited | 25 inches (fork length) |
Statewide limits as printed, 2026-2027 Indiana Fishing Regulations Guide (eRegulations, linked from the Indiana DNR), read November 5, 2026. Lake and river pages print any special regulation entry. Indiana DNR license fees (license year April 1 to March 31), read November 5, 2026.
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Lakes and stream bends close to Noblesville, in pictures
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Noblesville anglers ask
Which Indiana lake is the quick hop from Noblesville?
Morse Reservoir, 6 miles north.
Which DNR ramp serves a Noblesville boater?
Noblesville boat ramp on White River, a run of 1 mile.
Which DNR pier is handy for Noblesville?
Roughly 4 miles out, at Morse Park and Beach.
Which bait store is nearest Noblesville?
Schwartz's Bait & Tackle is listed 1 mile from town.
Which county guide lists Noblesville?
Hamilton County, Indiana.
Must a Noblesville visitor carry an Indiana license?
The yearly license for a non-Hoosier is $60, or $15 for a single day.
Which nearby lake lets a Noblesville boater roam most?
Morse Reservoir maps at 1,440 acres (NHD outline area) and lies 6 miles off.
Which Indiana communities neighbour Noblesville?
In order of distance, Fishers (5 miles), Cicero (6 miles) and Westfield (8 miles).
Is any Hoosier record from a lake by Noblesville?
Yellow Bass, 2 lb. 15 oz., 2000, from Morse Reservoir.
Stay in Noblesville and fish each sunrise
Every Indiana ramp page leads with a directions link.