GREAT LAKES WATERCROSS AT
BIXLER LAKE CAMPGROUND
KENDALLVILLE, INDIANA

Rounds 1 & 2 at Bixler Lake Campground in Kendallville, Indiana

ADDRESS: 1650 Lake Park Dr, Kendallville, IN 46755

🏖 Spectator Entry is Free! Bring your own chair, and setup for a great day at the beach! 

🏕️ Camping available contact Bixler Lake Campground and reserve your site today! Almost all campsites have been reserved for Great Lakes Watercross racers. 

-- Tentative Schedule - Subject to Change --

 Friday

8:00a: Pits Open 

12p - 5p: Registration & Event Setup

Saturday

6:30a - 8:00a: Registration & Check In 

8:30a: Mandatory Riders Meeting

9:00a: Practice

11:00a: Moto 1 / 2
Awards 30 mins after racing concludes

Sunday

7:00a - 8:00a: Registration & Check In 

8:30a: Mandatory Riders Meeting

9:00a: Last Chance Practice & Racing

Awards 30 mins after racing concludes

Kendallville Event Highlights

Great Lakes Watercross is thrilled to bring the excitement of racing to Bixler Lake Park in Kendallville, Indiana, for the opening round of the 2026 series! The City of Kendallville is rolling out the welcome mat for racers and spectators alike, offering a beautiful lakeside venue perfect for a high-energy weekend of watercross action. Expect non-stop thrills on the water, a great atmosphere at the park, and plenty of fun for the whole family.

The heart of the event will be at Bixler Lake Campground, which serves as our official racer pit area. With 117 acres of water and a park packed with amenities like nature trails, a disc golf course, and multiple playgrounds, it’s the ideal spot to kick off the season. Secure your site today—call +1-260-242-6898 to reserve!

Make it a Weekend: Explore Kendallville

There is plenty to do in and around Kendallville once the racing wraps up for the day:

• Mid-America Windmill Museum: A one-of-a-kind experience featuring over 50 restored windmills that tell the story of wind power in America.

• Historic Downtown: Explore the National Register of Historic Places district, home to the Historic Strand Theatre, quaint specialty shops, and local favorites like Joanna’s Delicious Treats.

• Noble County Eateries: Grab a bite at Don Chico’s Mexican Grill for authentic flavor or head to Blue Sky Family Restaurant for a classic, hearty racer’s breakfast.

• Outdoor Recreation Complex: Located right next to Bixler Lake and connected by a scenic walking trail, this massive complex features softball fields, soccer fields, and plenty of space to stretch your legs.

• Black Pine Animal Sanctuary: Located just a short drive away in Albion, this sanctuary provides a forever home to displaced captive-raised exotic animals—a great educational trip for the kids.