DESCRIPTION

Glendale Fish & Wildlife Area is dedicated to providing quality hunting and fishing opportunities while maintaining 8,060 acres of land and over 1,400 acres of lakes and impoundments.

Acquisition of the land which comprises Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area began in 1956, and land purchases were made through the 1960s. Several minor purchases were made in the 1970s. The construction of the dam that formed Dogwood Lake began in 1963 and was completed in 1965. The lake was renovated in 1978 and restocked with fish in 1979. Average depth of Dogwood Lake is eight feet.

Most revenues used in land acquisition, development, operation and maintenance of Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area are derived from the sale of hunting, fishing and trapping licenses. Funds are also received from the federal Pittman-Robertson and Dingell-Johnson programs to aid fish and wildlife restoration. These funds are derived from taxes levied on sport hunting and fishing equipment. Indiana hunters and fishermen are proud to provide this property for the enjoyment of all people.

ACTIVITIES

Fishing

• Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area provides over 1,400 acres of available water­, including 22 ponds and Dogwood Lake.
• No check-in is required for fishing. Some areas including Dogwood Lake are restricted or closed during waterfowl seasons. Ask at headquarters for restrictions.
• Primary species include catfish, crappie, bluegill, redear and largemouth bass.
• Dove hollow marsh, Dogwood Lake and the White River have concrete boat ramps. Big Piney, Horseshoe Pond Redwing Pond and Wren Pond have gravel boat ramps.
• Motor restrictions: on Dogwood Lake there is a 10 mph limit that is enfoced; all other small impoundments on the property are restricted to oars or trolling motors only.
• Horseshoe Pond and Dogwood Lake have fishing piers accessible to persons with disabilities.
• Shoreline fishing and fishing piers are located on Dogwood Lake (see map).
• See posted signs for largemouth bass size limits on Dogwood Lake. There is a 14 inch minimum size limit for largemouth bass on all small impoundments. All other size and bag limits apply. See Fishing Regulations for details.

Hunting

• Deer, quail, rabbit, squirrel, snipe, dove, woodcock, waterfowl and wild turkey are common at Glendale Fish & Wildlife Area.
• Check-in is required. All hunting seasons and bag limits apply. See Hunting Regulations for details. Special hunts include dove and waterfowl hunts by drawing, put-and-take pheasant hunts and pre-registration is required for wild turkey hunting.
• Area F is designated dog training.

Camping/Boating

• Campground includes 67 Class A sites with electrical outlets and 54 Class B sites. Some camp sites have fire rings. Firewood is sold at the boat rental concessions. Camping is open all year on a first come first serve basis. A picnic area is also available.
• The comfort station, located in the campgrounds, provides heated showers and flush toilets. It is open from April 1 to Oct. 31. Water fountains are open from April 15 to Oct. 15.
• Boat rental is located southwest of the check station.

Wildlife Watching

• 8,060 acres of upland game habitat, marshes, shallow impoundments, a 1,400 acre lake and small woodlots attract songbirds, woodpeckers, red-tailed hawks, osprey, bald eagles and a wide variety of waterfowl.

Additional Opportunities

• Wetland trapping is available through drawing only. Ask for details.
• A dog training area is provided in section F (see map).
• Additional hunting opportunities include: dove and waterfowl hunts by drawings and put-and-take pheasant hunts. Pre-registration is required for turkey hunting.
• Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area provides 121 camping sites and a comfort station, no reservations are needed. Boat rental and picnic areas are provided.
• Hunting areas and fishing piers accessible to persons with disabilities are available. Ask for details.
• Blackberries, persimmon, hickory nuts, morels and walnuts may be gathered from the property.
• East Fork State Fish Hatchery is located at Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area. .

NO Swimming Allowed.

Please Read and Obey All Signs.

RULES

In addition to state fish and wildlife laws, this property is governed by posted regulations affecting the public use of lands and facilities owned, leased or licensed by the Department of Natural Resources.

Posted Areas

Safety zones, refuges, waterfowl resting and other restricted areas are marked with appropriate signs. PLEASE READ AND OBEY ALL SIGNS.

Violations

Violation of any law, rule or regulation governing this property may be cause for forfeiting your hunting, fishing, or visiting privileges on this area.

Responsibility

The Division of Fish and Wildlife, Department of Natural Resources, will not be held responsible for any accidents or deaths occurring from the use of these facilities.

Permits

In addition to a hunting and/or fishing license the following permits are required:

• Permission to hunt on Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area must be obtained before entering the field. Daily hunt permit cards must be in possession of the hunter and recorded through established self-service procedures outlined at the check station. Self-service drop boxes are located on the property for your convenience.
• A permit from the fish and wildlife headquarters is required to enter the waterfowl resting areas.
• Collecting Permits are required from the property manager or IDNR for the collection of anything except nuts, berries and mushrooms.

Camping

Camping, picnicking, and open campfires are allowed in designated areas only. (Unloaded firearms, unstrung bows and arrows, and air guns may be possessed, but not used in camping and picnic areas. All weapons must be stored or carried in a case, or locked within a vehicle while in these areas.) No swimming is allowed.

Traffic

Traffic on public roads through the area is governed by state and county laws. Traffic over service roads and trails, except by authorized vehicles, is restricted to walking.

MAPS

• Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area Map in online viewable format
• Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area Map in Acrobat Reader format

GALLERY

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