Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:54 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 — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Elk Creek State Fishing Area
| Location | Salem, Indiana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Elk Creek |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 38.650868, -85.949280 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | 88 |
Elk Creek State Fishing Area is a public boat launch providing access to Elk Creek in Salem, Indiana at coordinates 38.65087, -85.94928. Data published by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IN DNR).
Elk Creek State Fishing Area is a public boat launch on Elk Creek in Salem, 88 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 Elk Creek State Fishing Area
Is Elk Creek State Fishing Area free to use?
Yes, Elk Creek State Fishing Area is a public boat launch with free access in Salem, Indiana.
What water does Elk Creek State Fishing Area access?
Elk Creek State Fishing Area provides boat launch access to Elk Creek in Salem, Indiana.
How do I get to Elk Creek State Fishing Area?
Elk Creek State Fishing Area is located at coordinates 38.650868, -85.949280 in Salem, 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 9.0 mi of Elk Creek State Fishing Area, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.