Yatesville Lake State Park park
Yatesville Lake State Park
One of the main draws of Yatesville Lake State Park is its namesake, Yatesville Lake. This 2,300-acre lake offers numerous opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports. Anglers will be delighted to find an abundance of game fish, including bass, crappie, and catfish, making it a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts.
Aside from the lake, the park also features several miles of scenic hiking trails. These trails wind through wooded areas, offering hikers the chance to spot various wildlife species such as deer, wild turkeys, and songbirds. Additionally, the park has a golf course that overlooks the lake, providing golfers with a picturesque and challenging experience.
Yatesville Lake State Park also offers amenities for picnicking, camping, and recreational sports such as volleyball and basketball. For those interested in history, the park is home to the historic Isaac Yates House, which was built in the 1850s and serves as a museum showcasing the area's rich heritage.
Interesting facts about Yatesville Lake State Park include its construction as part of a flood control project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1990s. The creation of the lake has not only provided a valuable water resource for the region but has also transformed the surrounding area into a recreational haven.
The best time to visit Yatesville Lake State Park largely depends on personal preferences and the desired activities. Spring and fall offer milder temperatures, making them ideal for hiking and enjoying the vibrant colors of nature. Summer is the peak season for water activities, while winter presents a quieter atmosphere for those seeking solitude and peaceful walks along the shores.
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Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Yatesville Lake State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabwaylingo State Forest | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Paintsville Lake State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Yatesville Lake State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Yatesville Lake State Park
What can I do at Yatesville Lake State Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Yatesville Lake State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Yatesville Lake State Park.