From well populated to almost secluded, the lakes range from just a couple of acres to 1,034 acres in size and offer a variety of fishing, boating, water skiing, and relaxation possibilities. Public launches and beaches, make lake experiences accessible for all. Public beaches on 800-acre Clear Lake, Crooked Lake, Pleasant Lake, and Hamilton Lake supply swimmers and sunbathers a place to splash and tan. For those without a boat, marinas on many of the lakes offer boat and water skis rentals. There are campgrounds, hiking trails, picnic areas, and boat rentals at the park as well.
Anglers think they've found nirvana when they visit Steuben County.
Experts say that Clear Lake, Lake James, and Crooked Lake are fishing hot spots, but that waterways stocked by the local fish hatchery, like Fawn River, Pigeon River, Lake Gage, Mclish Lake, and Ball Lake, also offer up a good catch. Fun Spot Amusement Park, in Angola, is home to roller coasters and other kid-pleasing rides and activities. Local park districts maintain ball diamonds, picnic facilities, hiking paths, playgrounds, tennis courts, and natural areas at a variety of locations. They also organize summer recreation programs, including sports leagues. Fremont Park District operates a community swimming pool at Vistula Park.