Sunset Bay

Sunset Bay on Polecat Creek in Heyburn Lake offers a convenient boat ramp for kayakers, canoeists, and other small watercraft. This 2-lane boat ramp provides easy access to the calm waters of Heyburn Lake, which is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. Anglers can target bass, crappie, sunfish, and catfish from the lake and its surrounding creeks.

The Sunset Bay recreation area also features a courtesy dock, primitive campsites, and other day-use amenities like picnic areas and a swim beach. Nearby, the larger Heyburn Lake offers additional access points, campgrounds, and water recreation options. For those seeking more solitude, the east end of the lake at Sunset Bay can be a peaceful place to launch a kayak or canoe and explore the coves and shoreline. Visitors should check current conditions and any applicable regulations before their trip to Sunset Bay.

This recreation area is part of Heyburn Lake