Mountain Creek Lake at Callaway Resort & Gardens offers a controlled environment for paddling, with access exclusively through the Callaway Outdoors Boathouse. The lake is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. year-round, though hours may vary seasonally.

Paddlers can rent tandem kayaks ($30 first hour, $35 for 2 hours, $40 for 3 hours) or canoes ($20 first hour, $25 for 2 hours, $30 for 3 hours). Life jackets are required and available for $5 per person. Jon boats with trolling motors are also available for longer excursions.

The lake is the only one of Callaway's thirteen lakes where shore access is permitted, making it the hub for water activities. Private boats are not allowed, maintaining controlled access and helping preserve water quality. The lake supports diverse aquatic life, including bass, bream, crappie, and shellcrackers. During certain seasons, rainbow trout are stocked in the lake.

The Boathouse, located beside the Callaway Outdoors shop, serves as the primary launch point. The pro shop offers gear rentals and basic supplies. As a private facility, no fishing license is required for anglers, though bass fishing is catch-and-release only as part of Callaway's trophy fishing program development.

For paddlers interested in combining water activities with fishing, shore fishing is available for $10 per hour for ages 6 and up ($5 for children 5 and under). All children must be accompanied by adults while on the water or fishing. The Callaway Outdoors staff provides oversight of lake activities to ensure safety and regulation compliance.

Equipment rentals are first-come, first-served. For guided experiences or specialized instruction, reservations must be made at least seven days in advance through the Callaway Outdoors office.