Rivers and Streams

The scenic Indian River runs through the park.

Indian River

The Indian River watershed drains an approximate area of 8,055 ac (3,260 ha) and flows through the park into Jamestown Bay from the mountains northeast of the town. The section of the Indian River that runs through the park is approximately 0.64 mi (1 km) long and includes the entire mouth of the river. While the river supports a variety of aquatic habitats including river delta, estuaries, floodplain channels, and coastal intertidal areas, it is also central to biotic resources in the park. The river is a primary freshwater resource in the region: important for wildlife and the growth and propagation of fish, shellfish, and other aquatic life. It is an important source of water for aquaculture and visitor recreation. A number of stakeholders maintain water rights to the Indian River and have a direct interest in preserving the quality of this water resource.