About

Located one-half mile off U.S. 41 on Oregon Church Road, Fowler Park serves as a multipurpose park. Inside Fowler Park are two lakes, a campground, picnic shelters, playgrounds, trails, a covered bridge and a pioneer village with a working gristmill. Fowler Lake, 25.9 acres, has a boat launch, a beach for swimming. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish and black crappie. The second lake is located on the west side of the park hidden behind the hillside. Largemouth bass, crappie, and bluegill are found in it. Bask in the sun by the lake or enjoy a stroll under the covered bridge, there is so much beauty to be discovered at Fowler Park!

Park Features

  • Bathrooms
  • Beach
  • Boat Launch
  • Dump Station
  • Fishing
  • Playground
  • Showers
  • Special Events
  • Waterfront

About the Park

Located one-half mile off U.S. 41 on Oregon Church Road, Fowler Park serves as a multipurpose park. Inside Fowler Park are two lakes, a campground, picnic shelters, playgrounds, trails, a covered bridge and a pioneer village with a working gristmill. Fowler Lake, 25.9 acres, has a boat launch, a beach for swimming. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish and black crappie. The second lake is located on the west side of the park hidden behind the hillside. Largemouth bass, crappie, and bluegill are found in it. Bask in the sun by the lake or enjoy a stroll under the covered bridge, there is so much beauty to be discovered at Fowler Park!

Address

Fowler Park
3000 E Oregon Church Road, Terre Haute, IN 47802

Park Features

  • Bathrooms
    Open 12:00pm - 12:00am
  • Beach
    Open 12:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Boat Launch
    Open to Guests & Public 8:00am - 10:00pm
  • Dump Station
    Additional Cost Available 8:00am - 10:00pm
  • Fishing
    Fishing License Required
  • Playground
  • Showers
    Available 8:00am - 10:00pm
  • Special Events
  • Waterfront

Nearby Activities

  • Biking
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Restaurants
  • Shopping
  • Wildlife Watching


Upcoming Events

  • thyssenkrupp presta Pump Track Series

    May 19 - September 21

    It's the thyssenkrupp Presta North America Pump Track Series! Bring your speed and skills to Griffin Bike Park to race on the Pro Pump Track for prizes and bragging rights! This is a five-race series and will culminate with the Finals on September 21. This race will be a time trial individual style racing against the clock and your competition times. Your best 3 attempts will be averaged to find a winner. This will determine class champions for each age group and overall points for the race series. This race is a BMX-style race, BMX and mountain bikes are highly recommended. We encourage all racers to arrive early to check out the pump track and register! Registration is ONLY $15 and the day of the first race begins at 10:00 A.M. General rules • If an athlete is younger than 18 years, his parents have to sign the “waiver for minors“ and bring this to the onsite check-in. No waiver = no ride. • Riders are allowed to participate in as many races as they choose. The best 4 out of 5 races plus the Finals count towards season-end awards. • All riders have to register and sign the waiver 1st before going on the track for free practice. • Riders are free to choose their preferred bike. The bike must not have an engine. • The start will be placed in a way that gives MTB and BMX equal chances. • Riders will go one at a time. • Riders get ready with one foot on the ground, the other foot on the pedal,. The time starts running as soon as the rider crosses their start/finish timing line and stops when they cross it again. • Riders must run 3 laps. Your 3 best laps will be averaged to determine your time and placing. Please note: Rider safety • Riders will bring all equipment needed in a fully operational condition. • The bike should have at least 1 rear brake. • No bikes with any kind of automatic transmission, pedal-assist motors, or engines. • No protruding parts on the bike, which can injure other riders (such as pegs). • Protective gear. • Helmet: open face mandatory, full face recommended. • T-shirt is mandatory, long sleeve with pads is recommended. • Long pants or knee protection is recommended. • Shoes mandatory, no flip flops or open shoes. • Gloves recommended. Age Classes Men and Women: Strider Bike • 7 and Under • 8-10 • 11-14 • 15-18 • Adult Awards Top 3 to each class per race. Top 5 per class Season Awards. Sunday, May 19 Saturday, June 29 Saturday, July 27 Saturday, August 10 Saturday, September 21

  • Attention: Fireworks at Fowler

    June 29

    The VCPRD will be igniting fireworks for campers only on Saturday, June 29th! Please plan accordingly! Thank you and happy camping!