Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:13 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 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (69% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Schaefer Lake
| Location | Hope, Indiana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Schaefer Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 39.283164, -85.754555 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | 3 |
Schaefer Lake is a public boat launch providing access to Schaefer Lake in Hope, Indiana at coordinates 39.28316, -85.75455. Data published by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IN DNR).
Schaefer Lake is a public boat launch on Schaefer Lake in Hope, 3 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 Schaefer Lake
Is Schaefer Lake free to use?
Yes, Schaefer Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Hope, Indiana.
What water does Schaefer Lake access?
Schaefer Lake provides boat launch access to Schaefer Lake in Hope, Indiana.
How do I get to Schaefer Lake?
Schaefer Lake is located at coordinates 39.283164, -85.754555 in Hope, 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 Schaefer Lake includes 6 other public boat ramps within 10.8 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.