Cartop State Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:15 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (48% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Cartop State Recreation Area
| Location | Handy, Indiana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Monroe Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (118 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 39.098426, -86.463994 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Monroe County |
| Phone | (812) 837-9546 |
Cartop State Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to Monroe Lake in Handy, Indiana at coordinates 39.09843, -86.46399. Data published by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IN DNR). Rated 4.7/5 based on 118 Google reviews.
Cartop State Recreation Area is a public boat launch on Monroe Lake in Handy, Monroe County, Indiana. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cartop State Recreation Area
Is Cartop State Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Cartop State Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in Handy, Indiana.
How is Cartop State Recreation Area rated?
Cartop State Recreation Area has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 118 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Cartop State Recreation Area access?
Cartop State Recreation Area provides boat launch access to Monroe Lake in Handy, Indiana.
How do I get to Cartop State Recreation Area?
Cartop State Recreation Area is located at coordinates 39.098426, -86.463994 in Handy, Indiana. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Cartop State Recreation Area includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.2 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.