1. Gilbert Lake State Park offers a designated swimming area in the beautiful, freshwater Gilbert Lake.
2. Lifeguards are on duty during open hours for safety assurance.
3. Swimming is only allowed when lifeguards are present to ensure visitor's security and well-being.
4. The park provides changing rooms near the beach for swimmers' convenience.
5. Rowboats, canoes and paddle boats rentals available at lakefront enhance water fun experience beyond just swimming.
6. The sandy beach adjacent to the lake makes sunbathing an option after swim sessions.
The park offers a variety of boating options for visitors. Rowboats and paddle boats are available to rent, providing an opportunity to explore the lake at your own pace. Canoeing is also popular in this area due to calm waters making it suitable even for beginners. However, private watercrafts or motorized boats aren't allowed on the lake ensuring peaceful surroundings while you enjoy paddling around.
You can enjoy fishing in a serene lake setting, home to species like largemouth bass and brown bullhead. The park also offers ice fishing during winter months for adventurous anglers. A variety of panfish including bluegill and pumpkinseed are available too.