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Description:
Located in Miami, Wabash and Grant counties, Mississinewa Lake is a
3,210-acre ake with fishing, boating, ramps, waterskiing, fishing piers
and cleaning stations, and a swimming beach. The facilities also has a
basketball and volleyball court, camping with reservations, a cultural
arts program, dumping station, frisbee golf course, hiking, hunting,
interpretive programs, picnicking, shelterhouses, playgrounds and a
radio-control flying field.
Black crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The Black
crappie has seven to eight dorsal spines, as well as some random
blotches on it's sides.
Bait: minnow and jigs Depth: varies
Comments about fish:
Fishing fair at this time. small population.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait: worms and bee moths Depth: varies
Comments about fish:
Fish around exposed wood and next to rocky ledges. Fishing fair.
Channel catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait: night crawlers/cut bait/prepared bait Depth: varies
Comments about fish:
Fishing fair. Good population in lake.
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Fishing fair. Reports of large populations of bass in lake.
Smallmouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The last rays
on the dorsal fin of the smallmouth bass are separated from the rest
of the fin. Also, the upper jaw does not extend beyond back of eye,
as it does with the largemouth bass. The smallmouth bass commonly
reaches 3-4 pounds.
Bait: spinner and crank baits, jigs Depth: varies
Comments about fish:
Fishing fair.
Walleye
Description:
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty flavor.
The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this popular
family. The walleye has no spots on its dorsal fin and a dusky spot
at the rear of its spiny dorsal fin, lower tip of tail and anal fin
are white.
Bait: minnows, shad imitations Depth: varies
Comments about fish:
best late evening and night in lake. Released small walleye into
lake in June.
White bass
Description:
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and the
striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can
live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses often school
far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a
cross of white and striped bass. The white bass has a single tooth
patch on back of tongue, first stripe below lateral line not
complete to tail.
Bait: jigs and small spinners / minnows Depth: varies
Comments about fish:
In lake points and breaks. River best after water clears. Most
stripers are caught by trolling edges. Fishing fair at this time.
White crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The white
crappie has six dorsal spines, black side markings forming vertical
bars rather than random spots and anal fin rays.
Bait: minnows and small jigs Depth: varies
Comments about fish:
fishing fair.
Comments about body of water:
Lake at summer pool as of this date. Rains may cause lake to fluctuate
daily or weekly. All ramps open and docks in at all ramps. Restrooms
open at all ramps. Fishing pier in at campground mooring area. CALL
OFFICE FOR LAKE CONDITIONS!!! Water on in campground and comfort
stations open. "IMPORTANT NEW INFO":Motorized Lake Permit
stickers now $22.00 / permit. Call 765-473-6528 for additional
information on lake conditions.
This page was last updated on JUN 21 2013 12:37 P.M.
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Description:
Patoka Lake is an 8,800 acre flood control impoundment in south-central
Indiana located in Dubois, Orange and Crawford counties. The DNR
operates four state recreational areas at the lake including the
Newton-Stewart State Recreation Area with campgrounds, beach, visitors
center, marina and other attractions.Fishing opportunities exist at
Patoka Lake for a number of species including striped bass, largemouth
bass and bluegill.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait: Night crawlers, live & cut bait, plastic worms,
Kalin grubs Depth: 1-15 feet
Comments about fish:
Fishing is good.
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and the
striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can
live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses often school
far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a
cross of white and striped bass. The striped bass has tooth patches
on back of tongue in two parallel patches, first stripe below
lateral line complete to tail, stripes above lateral line are
unbroken.
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The white
crappie has six dorsal spines, black side markings forming vertical
bars rather than random spots and anal fin rays.
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Description:
Located in Summit Lake State Park, Summit Lake is approximately four
miles north of New Castle. Bluegill, perch and largemouth bass provide
the best angling opportunities at Summit Lake. Other opportunities also
exist for perch, bluegill, crappie, redear and channel catfish.
Black crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The Black
crappie has seven to eight dorsal spines, as well as some random
blotches on it's sides.
Bait: small jigs tipped with wax worms, or minnows Depth: 8-45 feet
Comments about fish:
Crappie may at times suspend in deeper water during the warm months.
Fishing at night with lights can be productive for crappie in the
heat of summer.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait: small ice jigs tipped with maggots, wax worms, mousies
on small jigs, artificial flies Depth: 6-20 feet
Comments about fish:
The larger bluegill move deeper after spawning.
Channel catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Channels start feeding heavily when the water warms in late spring.
They can even be caught using bass lures during this time.
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait: slowly fished plastic worms on the bottom, jig and
pigs, rattling crankbaits Depth: 5-20 feet
Comments about fish:
When the heat of the summer sets in, bass fishing is usually more
productive at night or in low light conditions.
Redear sunfish
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The redear
sunfish has an opercle flap (ear) that is tipped with a red or
orange margin.
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty flavor.
The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this popular
family. The walleye has no spots on its dorsal fin and a dusky spot
at the rear of its spiny dorsal fin, lower tip of tail and anal fin
are white.
Walleye can be caught in the shallows in the spring but move into
deep water when the water warms in the summer. Low light conditions
are best.
White bass
Description:
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and the
striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can
live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses often school
far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a
cross of white and striped bass. The white bass has a single tooth
patch on back of tongue, first stripe below lateral line not
complete to tail.
Bait: small light colored lures and jigs Depth: 2-20 feet
Comments about fish:
In summer white bass school in open water. They are now active in
the evening and good numbers can be caught. If you see several fish
breaking water in one spot it is probably a white bass school.
Yellow perch
Description:
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty flavor.
The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this popular
family. The yellow perch ranges from 6 to 12 inches long and up to
one or two pounds.
Bait: small minnows and small lures and jigs Depth: 5-30 feet
Comments about fish:
A few have been caught.
Comments about body of water:
Fishing has been good for bass, bluegill, white bass and crappie.
Although we've had a lot of rain, the water clarity is good. All three
boat ramps are useable. Reservations can be made for camping at
www.camp.in.gov or 1-866-622-6746. The office is open 8a-4p, phone:
765-766-5873. Please practice catch and release; remember, you can only
eat them once.
This page was last updated on JUN 21 2013 10:07 A.M.
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Description:
A 1,400-acre flood-control reservoir located in Putnam and Owen counties
off I-70, Cagles Mill Lake is a popular spot for walleye fishing.
Halfway between Terre Haute and Indianapolis, this reservoir charges a
small fee, but outboard motors are permitted.
Walleye
Description:
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty flavor.
The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this popular
family. The walleye has no spots on its dorsal fin and a dusky spot
at the rear of its spiny dorsal fin, lower tip of tail and anal fin
are white.
Bait: night crawlers, large minnows Depth: off bottom
Comments about fish:
few reports catching walleye in deep water and off the bottom. legal
size and above. anglers are catching walleyes while fishing for
crappies with large minnows
White crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The white
crappie has six dorsal spines, black side markings forming vertical
bars rather than random spots and anal fin rays.
Bait: minnows/jigs Depth: 6-10ft
Comments about fish:
Crappie. Depths vary, mostly bright colored jigs being used and
minnows.larger crappies have been reported in deeper water. Small
minnows seem to attract both large and small crappie. pink jigs seem
to be the color of choice. beetle spin type lures have been
successful 1/8 oz
Comments about body of water:
Water temperature 67 Lake level 644.4 lake clear
This page was last updated on JUN 21 2013 10:03 A.M.
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Description:
Atterbury FWA is located near Edinburgh in Johnson and Bartholomew
counties. Atterbury Fish and Wildlife Area is dedicated to providing
quality hunting and fishing opportunities while maintaining 6,206 acres
of upland game habitat, marsh, running creeks and shallow impoundments.
The area provides opportunities for fishing at Sugar Creek, Stone Arch
and Pisgah Lakes and other small ponds. Other opportunities for hunting,
wildlife watching, wetland trapping, dog training, areas and
blackberries, raspberries, morels and walnut gathering are also
available.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait: live Depth: deep
Comments about fish:
The bluegills are biting on live bait susspended under a float.
Channel catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait: live Depth: deep
Comments about fish:
Channel catfish are being caught in the late afternoon and evening,
using Chicken livers on the bottom.
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait: artificial Depth: deep
Comments about fish:
The largemouth bass are biting on jigs and rubber worms close to the
bottom.
Smallmouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The last rays
on the dorsal fin of the smallmouth bass are separated from the rest
of the fin. Also, the upper jaw does not extend beyond back of eye,
as it does with the largemouth bass. The smallmouth bass commonly
reaches 3-4 pounds.
Bait: artificial Depth: shallow
Comments about fish:
Surgar Creeks water level is normal, and the water clarity is good.
White crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The white
crappie has six dorsal spines, black side markings forming vertical
bars rather than random spots and anal fin rays.
Bait: live/artificial Depth: deep
Comments about fish:
Crappies are biting on small minnows supspended under a float.
Comments about body of water:
Coyote Marsh and Honker Haven are open to fishing at this time, they are
no longer part of the Waterfowl Resting Area at this time. Coyote Marsh
and Honker Haven will remain open until the waterfowl resting area signs
are installed by property personel. Teal Marsh, Mallard Marsh, Mink
Medow, Possum Puddle, Gopher Hole, and Beaver Bottom are open to
fishing. Pisgah Lake and Stone Arch Lake are open to fishing all year
long.
This page was last updated on JUN 20 2013 10:30 A.M.
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Description:
Hovey Lake is an oxbow lake form around 500 years ago by the Ohio River.
The lake is located in Hovey Lake FWA, 8.3 miles south of Mt. Vernon on
SR 69. Excellent fishing opportunities exist for white crappie and
channel catfish. Other species include bluegill, freshwater drum, blue
catfish, redear sunfish, sauger, common carp, flathead catfish,
largemouth bass, black crappie and white bass.
Channel catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait: minnows, night crawlers Depth: about 1' off bottom
Comments about fish:
Cut bait or nightcrawlers work well. Don't let the bait lay on
bottom. Other catfish species such as large blue and flatheads can
be caught.
White crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The white
crappie has six dorsal spines, black side markings forming vertical
bars rather than random spots and anal fin rays.
Bait: minnows, tube jigs Depth: 3-6'
Comments about fish:
Fish tend to be scattered, mobilty is key to finding fish. Fisheries
surveys are showing the larger crappie are suspending in the open
lake away from the timber.
Comments about body of water:
Water levels are finally approaching pool levels. June is tradtionaly
the best time for Flathead catfish. They prefer whole fish as bait.
Bigger the bait, bigger the catch. Flatheads often travel along the
outside edge of the treelines.
This page was last updated on JUN 19 2013 02:41 P.M.
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Description:
Glendale FWA is dedicated to providing quality hunting and fishing
opportunities while maintaining 8,060 acres of land and over 1,400 acres
of lakes and impoundments. Located in Daviess County, Glendale FWA has
fishing in Dogwood lake and other ponds. The area also has hunting,
wildlife watching, camping, wetland trapping, and dog training areas and
blackberries, persimmon, hickory nuts, morels and walnut gathering.
Black crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The Black
crappie has seven to eight dorsal spines, as well as some random
blotches on it's sides.
Bait: Jigs w/blue/chartreuse bodies, chartreuse jigs &
some w/trailing minnows or beemoth Depth: 4-6FT.
Comments about fish:
Crappie have become suspended over structure with a few being caught
while bluegill fishing.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait: Redworms, Nightcrawlers Depth: 3-5FT.
Comments about fish:
Bluegill are IN!!!! Most are being caught shallow in 3-5 foot of
water. Bluegill can still be found on beds with some also being
suspended in deep water 20 ft deep or so.
Channel catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait: Live bait. Worms Depth: 4' to 10' of water
Comments about fish:
There have been very few anglers fishing for catfish specifically,
but some have been taken on live bait and worms. Limb-line and
trot-line fishermen are having fair to good success. Trot-Line &
Limb-line season on Dogwood Lake started on the first Thursday in
April, 2013. 15 permits will be issued per week on a first/come,
first/serve basis. Some nice flatheads have been taken on limb-lines
using small 'gills as bait. Just remember Live Shad and Carp are NOT
legal as bait! DISPOSE OF ANY UNUSED LIVE BAIT ON THE BANK - NOT IN
THE WATER!
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait: Artificial worms and worm harness Depth: In 3 to 10 ft. of water
Comments about fish:
Fishing from boats sitting in the channels and casting toward the
shoreline just to the edge of the weed beds. Bass are moving into
shallow water to feed.
Redear sunfish
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The redear
sunfish has an opercle flap (ear) that is tipped with a red or
orange margin.
Redear have become suspended in deeper water along weed beds once
again with a few still being picked off of beds.
Yellow perch
Description:
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty flavor.
The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this popular
family. The yellow perch ranges from 6 to 12 inches long and up to
one or two pounds.
Bait: Redworm, nightcrawlers Depth: Deep Water
Comments about fish:
Not really anything to report on perch since most fishermen are
concentrating on bluegills and redear.
Comments about body of water:
Fishing has been steady with most anglers having success catching fish
off of beds. The fishing activity has decreased since the holiday
weekend with fish still being caught in shallow water and on beds. The
water temp is in the high 70's and the depth is right 3 INCHES ABOVE
POOL. NOTE: The HORSEPOWER LIMIT HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM DOGWOOD LAKE.
There is a MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT OF 10 MPH IMPOSED on the lake REGARDLESS
of motor size!
This page was last updated on JUN 19 2013 09:17 A.M.
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Description:
Located on the banks of the Ohio River, Falls of the Ohio features a
spectacular interpretive center over-looking fossil beds. The
386-million-year-old fossil beds are among the largest exposed Devonian
fossil beds in the world. Facilities at the park include a boat launch
ramp onto the Ohio River, a cultural arts program, education programs,
hiking trails, picnicking, fishing, and an interpretive center.
Blue catfish
Description:
Like other catfish, the blue catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and
barbels on its face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the
blue taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The blue catfish has 30-35 anal fin rays, its anal fin
margin is straight and the caudal fin is deeply forked.
Bait: cut bait Depth: bottom
Comments about fish:
Catfishing is always popular at the Falls. Cut baits on bottom work
well, Evening hours are best. Recent rains have caused the river
levels to rise, levels should return to normal soon.
Channel catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait: cut bait Depth: bottom
Comments about fish:
Channels get large here at the Falls. Fish late with cut baits, or
'stink' baits.
Hybrid striped bass
Description:
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and the
striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can
live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses often school
far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a
cross of white and striped bass. The hybrid striped bass has two
tooth patches and the back of the tongue are joined. The first
stripe below the lateral line complete to the tail and the stripes
above the lateral line are usually broken.
Bait: bait fish or jigs Depth: depth varies
Comments about fish:
Often caught on jigs or trolling with bait fish, Striped bass sizes
continue to grow and make for an exciting catch. Very aggressive and
strong they put up quite a fight!
Sauger
Description:
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty flavor.
The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this popular
family. Sauger have three or four saddle-shaped blotches on their
back and sides, as well as a spotted dorsal fin.
Bait: Jigs Depth: Bottom
Comments about fish:
A few anglers have continued to catch Sauger, the run appears to be
slowing down. Make sure you take only your limit!
Comments about body of water:
Park closes at 11p.m. Night fishing is permitted with the purchase of
annual entrance permit and a hang tag that must be displayed in the
window at all times. Permits are available at Interpretive Center There
is a daily $2.00 daily parking fee. Interpretive Center is open
Mon.-Sat. 9-5 & Sun. 1-5. Check out Fallsoftheohio.org for up to the
minute river levels, as they can vary daily.
This page was last updated on JUN 19 2013 11:25 A.M.
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Description:
Potato Creek is located in north central Indiana about 12 miles
southwest of South Bend. The park features a wide array of activities
and facilities for year-round enjoyment. A variety of natural habitats
await the visitor to this park including the 327-acre Worster Lake, old
fields, mature woodlands, restored prairies and diverse wetlands. Each
of these offer their own unique opportunities for plant and wildlife
observations. Facilities include a general store, cross country skiing,
cultural arts programs, a dumping station and fishing . In addition, the
property offers hiking, interpretive center and services, picnicking,
canoe, paddleboat and rowboat rentals, recreation building rental,
reservable shelters, youth tent areas, and a swimming beach.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait: redworms & waxworms Depth: 10'
Comments about fish:
See Worster Lake at Potato Creek for weekly updates.
Comments about body of water:
Potato Creek State Park: Worster Lake 327 acre lake. Limited to electric
motors only. Two boat launches (east and west) Launches are currently
algea covered and slippery. Note launches have been treated to diminish
the algea build-up
This page was last updated on JUN 19 2013 11:25 A.M.
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Description:
Potato Creek is located in north central Indiana about 12 miles
southwest of South Bend. The park features a wide array of activities
and facilities for year-round enjoyment. A variety of natural habitats
await the visitor to this park including the 327-acre Worster Lake, old
fields, mature woodlands, restored prairies and diverse wetlands. Each
of these offer their own unique opportunities for plant and wildlife
observations. Facilities include a general store, cross country skiing,
cultural arts programs, a dumping station and fishing . In addition, the
property offers hiking, interpretive center and services, picnicking,
canoe, paddleboat and rowboat rentals, recreation building rental,
reservable shelters, youth tent areas, and a swimming beach.
Black crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The Black
crappie has seven to eight dorsal spines, as well as some random
blotches on it's sides.
Bait: redworms, crawlers, waxworms, minnows Depth: shallow to 18'
Comments about fish:
All Fish are biting. Been catching some nice bluegills anywhere on
the lake and bass & crappies on the east and west ends.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait: Waxworms, night crawlers Depth: 4-5'
Comments about fish:
Congregates around vegetation and sunken trees of shallow backwater
bays, lakes and ponds. Spewning occurs when water reaches 67-70
degrees in shallow areas over sand and gravel. Nests in colonies and
spawn once every 29 days during spring/summer.
Comments about body of water:
Potato Creek State Park: Worster Lake 327 acre lake. Limited to electric
motors only. Two boat launches (east and west) Launches get algae
covered and slippery. Note: launches are treated as needed to diminish
the algae build-up.
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page was last updated on JUN 18 2013 09:10 A.M.
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more information about the lake please click on the lake name above.
Description:
Brookville Reservoir is a 5,260 acre flood control impoundment on the
East Fork of the Whitewater River in eastern Indiana. Fishing
opportunities are available for walleye and muskie.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait:bee
larvae, crickets Depth:5- 20
feet
Comments about fish:
in coves around stick-ups,
Brown
trout
Description:
Ever popular among Indiana anglers is the trout family, which
includes the brown, lake and rainbow or steelhead trout. Many
fisherman can be spotted on the shores during spawning season when
the trout begin their runs into the tributaries. The brown trout has
a white mouth, teeth and gums and some orange or red spots on its
sides. This trout also has some spots enriched with light blue and a
caudal fin margin that is square with no spots on the upper or lower
lobe.
Bait:flys,
worms, salmon eggs Depth:1-5
Comments about fish:
3000 8-9 inch brown trout were stocked in the tailwater on 5/24/12
Channel
catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait:nightcrawlers,
chicken liver Depth:4-20
feet
Comments about fish:
best at night, catching them almost everywhere
Largemouth
bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait:crankbaits Depth:5- 20
feet
Comments about fish:
along shoreline, and on deep points
Muskellunge
Description:
Members of the Pike family, the muskellunge, tiger muskellunge and
northern pike have established themselves as remarkable adversaries
through the years. The muskie, native to Indiana, is now usually
found in stocked bodies of water. The northern pike, a voracious
eater and popular among anglers, can be found in northern Indiana in
natural lakes and streams. The muskie has three distinct color
patterns, including green to silver "clear" sides, dark
spots or dark vertical bars, six or more sensory pores on each side
and scales covering only the top half of both cheeks. The muskie can
weigh 10-20 pounds, but can reach weights over 30 pounds and lengths
up to four feet long. Lures up to 12 inches are designed to resemble
medium-sized fish and even small ducks.
Bait:large
spoons, large crankbaits, live shad Depth:shallow
in spring, deeper during summer
Comments about fish:
a 42 inch musky was caught in Templeton Creek in July
Rainbow
or steelhead trout
Description:
Ever popular among Indiana anglers is the trout family, which
includes the brown, lake and rainbow or steelhead trout. Many
fisherman can be spotted on the shores during spawning season when
the trout begin their runs into the tributaries. Rainbow or
steelhead trout have a white mouth, teeth and gums and small black
spots on their backs, sides, and caudal and dorsal fins. The caudal
fin margin of the rainbow or steelhead trout is square and the fish
has 9-12 anal fin rays.
Bait:flys,
worms, salmon eggs Depth:1-5
Comments about fish:
1,500 10.8 inch average size rainbow trout were stocked in the
tailwater the week before the last Saturday in April
Smallmouth
bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The last rays
on the dorsal fin of the smallmouth bass are separated from the rest
of the fin. Also, the upper jaw does not extend beyond back of eye,
as it does with the largemouth bass. The smallmouth bass commonly
reaches 3-4 pounds.
Bait:nightcrawlers,
soft craws Depth:10- 20
Comments about fish:
on rocky points and drop offs at coves
Striped
bass
Description:
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and the
striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can
live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses often school
far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a
cross of white and striped bass. The striped bass has tooth patches
on back of tongue in two parallel patches, first stripe below
lateral line complete to tail, stripes above lateral line are
unbroken.
Bait:bluegill
or shad still fishing or trolling large doll flys Depth:20 feet
still fishing or 10 - 20 feet trolling
Comments about fish:
trolling shad-like crankbaits some reports of large striped bass
being taken
Walleye
Description:
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty flavor.
The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this popular
family. The walleye has no spots on its dorsal fin and a dusky spot
at the rear of its spiny dorsal fin, lower tip of tail and anal fin
are white.
Bait:night
crawlers drifting on the bottom Depth:6 - 45
feet
Comments about fish:
catching them off of points with steep drop offs stocked fingerling
walleye on 5/23/12
White
bass
Description:
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and the
striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can
live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses often school
far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a
cross of white and striped bass. The white bass has a single tooth
patch on back of tongue, first stripe below lateral line not
complete to tail.
Bait:white
twister tails Depth:5 to 20
feet
Comments about fish:
Catching white bass at the north end in the river
White
crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The white
crappie has six dorsal spines, black side markings forming vertical
bars rather than random spots and anal fin rays.
Bait:minnows
or jigs Depth:5 to 20
feet
Comments about fish:
white crappie are around stick-ups in coves and along shore
Comments
about body of water:
The lake level today is 748.1 or .1 feet above summer pool. Water clear
at south end and at the north end. Surface temperture 71.2F. Tailwater
temperture 46.6 D.O.-10.6 Fisheries survey said that the most numerous
fish in the lake is the channel catfish , second most is bluegill.
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page was last updated on JUN 18 2013 08:52 A.M.
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more information about the lake please click on the lake name above.
Description:
A 741-acre lake, Hardy Lake is located in Scottsburg in Scott County.
Facilities include an archery range, basketball and volleyball courts,
horseshoe pits, boating ramps, camping, and cultural arts programs. The
reservoir also has hunting and fishing, hiking, interpretive programs,
picnicking, rowboat rentals, shelterhouses, a swimming beach and
waterskiing.
Black
crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The Black
crappie has seven to eight dorsal spines, as well as some random
blotches on it's sides.
Bait:Minnows
and small jigs Depth:10- 15
feet
Comments about fish:
Activity is hit and miss right now. Size range of fish caught are 8
to 10 inches.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait:Redworms Depth:2-3 feet
shallows
Comments about fish:
Activity is steady right now on the nest.
Channel
catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait:Stink
bait Depth:bottom
Comments about fish:
Activity is sparse most are caught in late evening.
Largemouth
bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait:Artificial
bait of choice Depth:Varied
Comments about fish:
Activity is sparse.
Muskellunge
Description:
Members of the Pike family, the muskellunge, tiger muskellunge and
northern pike have established themselves as remarkable adversaries
through the years. The muskie, native to Indiana, is now usually
found in stocked bodies of water. The northern pike, a voracious
eater and popular among anglers, can be found in northern Indiana in
natural lakes and streams. The muskie has three distinct color
patterns, including green to silver "clear" sides, dark
spots or dark vertical bars, six or more sensory pores on each side
and scales covering only the top half of both cheeks. The muskie can
weigh 10-20 pounds, but can reach weights over 30 pounds and lengths
up to four feet long. Lures up to 12 inches are designed to resemble
medium-sized fish and even small ducks.
Bait:Crank
Bait Depth:10' to
15'
Comments about fish:
Poor but when one is caught it is usually a large fish, well over
the minimum size limit of 36 inches.
Redear
sunfish
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The redear
sunfish has an opercle flap (ear) that is tipped with a red or
orange margin.
Bait:Redworms Depth:6 to 10
ft
Comments about fish:
Activity is hit and miss.
Striped
bass
Description:
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and the
striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can
live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses often school
far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a
cross of white and striped bass. The striped bass has tooth patches
on back of tongue in two parallel patches, first stripe below
lateral line complete to tail, stripes above lateral line are
unbroken.
Bait:Large
Minnow or Artificial Large Minnows Depth:Trolling
Comments about fish:
Small striped bass are hitting in the shallows.
Comments
about body of water:
Water level is at its normal pool. Please send any Hardy Lake fish
pictures to rmack@dnr.in.gov.
This
page was last updated on JUN 18 2013 09:10 A.M.
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more information about the lake please click on the lake name above.
Description:
Located in Union County, Whitewater Memorial State Park has two lakes
including Whitewater Lake and nearby Brookville Lake. Facilities include
a boat launch ramp, motor boats (electric trolling only) camping with
reservations, horseman's camp, cultural arts programs, a dumping
station, fishing, hiking, seasonal interpretive services, picnicking,
canoe, paddleboat and rowboat rentals, reservable shelters, youth tent
areas and a swimming beach.
Black
crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The Black
crappie has seven to eight dorsal spines, as well as some random
blotches on it's sides.
Bait:minnows,
jigs Depth:5 - 12
feet
Comments about fish:
around stumps and down trees
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait:spinner
baits, crankbaits Depth:2 - 15
feet
Comments about fish:
practice catch and release to help the fishery
Redear
sunfish
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The redear
sunfish has an opercle flap (ear) that is tipped with a red or
orange margin.
Bait:red
worms Depth:2 - 12
feet
Comments about fish:
Like shallow mud bottom
Comments
about body of water:
water clear catching some bluegills
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page was last updated on JUN 18 2013 10:24 A.M.
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more information about the lake please click on the lake name above.
Description:
Eight connecting lakes are the center of adventures at Chain O' Lakes in
Noble County. Activities include a boating launch ramp, cabins, camping
with reservations as well as a canoe camp and camp store, cross country
skiing, cultural arts programs and a dumping station. Fishing, hiking,
an interpretive center and seasonal interpretive services, picnicking,
canoe, paddleboat and rowboat rental, reservable shelters, a swimming
beach and youth tent areas are also available.
Black
crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The Black
crappie has seven to eight dorsal spines, as well as some random
blotches on it's sides.
Bait:leaf
worms Depth:3-5 feet
Comments about fish:
Best crappie fishing is at night.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait:redworms,
crickets Depth:7-11
inches
Comments about fish:
N/A
Channel
catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait:hot
dogs, blood bait Depth:deep
Comments about fish:
N/A
Largemouth
bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait:crawlers,
jigs, plow jockeys, floating rapalas and other artificial bait Depth:8 feet
Comments about fish:
Fish close to dead logs for best bass fishing areas.
Rainbow
or steelhead trout
Description:
Ever popular among Indiana anglers is the trout family, which
includes the brown, lake and rainbow or steelhead trout. Many
fisherman can be spotted on the shores during spawning season when
the trout begin their runs into the tributaries. Rainbow or
steelhead trout have a white mouth, teeth and gums and small black
spots on their backs, sides, and caudal and dorsal fins. The caudal
fin margin of the rainbow or steelhead trout is square and the fish
has 9-12 anal fin rays.
Bait:Minnows Depth:5 - 20
feet deep
Comments about fish:
Fish deeper during daylight hours.
Redear
sunfish
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The redear
sunfish has an opercle flap (ear) that is tipped with a red or
orange margin.
Bait:crawlers,
red worms Depth:3-5 feet
Comments about fish:
Fish deeper when encountering deeper lake depth.
Comments
about body of water:
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JUN 16 2013 10:46 A.M.
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lake please click on the lake name above.
Description:
Salamonie Reservoir is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACE) flood
control project on the Salamonie River to control flood waters in
the Wabash River. During summer months, the reservoir is maintained
at about 2,665 acres. A majority of anglers target white crappie on
the Salamonie Reservoir. However, anglers will find channel catfish
and white bass are quite abundant. The tailwaters downstream of the
dam provide excellent walleye fishing, especially during spring.
These fish most likely come from the reservoir during fall drawdown.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana.
Bluegill, redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth,
spotted and smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish
family. The bluegill has five to nine vertical bars on its
sides, a black opercle flat (ear) with no margin and a dark spot
at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait:bee
moths, wigglers Depth:8-15
feet deep below surface
Comments about fish:
Public property ponds on Salamonie Reservoir property provide
good fishing opportunity for panfish such as bluegill, redear
sunfish, and largemouth bass. Hominy Ridge Lake in the Salamonie
River State Forest provides good opportunity for bluegill,
redear sunfish, and largemouth bass. Bluegill and largemouth
bass can also be caught infrequently in the Salamonie Reservoir.
Anglers will need to obtain a motorized or non-motorized lake
permit to fish from a boat on the Salamonie public property
ponds and Hominy Ridge Lake. Special fishing regulations apply
and are posted at sign-in stations throughout the property.
Fishing action for blue gill is good at this time as of June 16.
Channel
catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on
its face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel
catfish taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in
dark and turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its
rounded anal fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish
has dark spots on its sides when young.
Bait:Frozen
chubs, night crawlers, chicken livers, and cut shad Depth:In
reservoir on bottom (10-20 feet), holes in river
Comments about fish:
When the Salamonie Reservoir is at summer pool, good fishing for
catfish can be found near the shoreline near the Pirates Cove
Marina during summer. During fall draw down, anglers have had
success for blue and channel catfish in deeper water off of the
Lost Bridge Campground point. Many anglers walk down the Lost
Bridge West Boat Ramp and along the shoreline to their fishing
spots. Catfish anglers can also be successful in other coves and
fingers of the lake. The Salamonie River upstream of the lake is
a good fishery for channel catfish. Anglers are more successful
in stretches of the river that are slow and deep. Fishing action
for catfish is good at this time as of June 16. The water level
is 4ft above summer pool. Condition of the water is muddy.
Walleye
Description:
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty
flavor. The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this
popular family. The walleye has no spots on its dorsal fin and a
dusky spot at the rear of its spiny dorsal fin, lower tip of
tail and anal fin are white.
Bait:Jigs
with night crawler or minnow, shad rap and medium sized spinners. Depth:Deeper
holes in the tailwater
Comments about fish:
Walleye can be caught in the tailwater all year long. Walleye
are rarely caught in Salamonie Reservoir. Walleye fishing is
especially good in the tailwaters during the fall and spring. In
the spring, anglers like to fish right downstream of the dame in
the deeper holes. This area is difficult to fish when the
discharge is above 900 CFS due to fast current and high water.
There are many snags near the outflow pipe if the water is high.
Current tailwater flows can be obtained from the US Army Corps
of Engineers website. The confluence of the Salamonie River and
the Wasbash River, along the deep holes in the River. The
Salamonie River State Forest offers good walleye fishing as
well. Water level is 4ft above summer pool. Condition of water
is muddy.
White
bass
Description:
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and
the striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean
but can live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses
often school far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid
striped bass are a cross of white and striped bass. The white
bass has a single tooth patch on back of tongue, first stripe
below lateral line not complete to tail.
Bait:Jigs
with minnows (most effective), bee moths Depth:Throughout
Comments about fish:
White bass fishing is sporadic in the lake. Fishing for white
bass can be good at certain times. Populations often fluctuate
due to flood events and cyclic shad populations. White bass
fishing is good in the tailwater throughout the warmer months.
The water level is 4ft above summer pool. Condition of the water
is muddy.
White
crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana.
Bluegill, redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth,
spotted and smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish
family. The white crappie has six dorsal spines, black side
markings forming vertical bars rather than random spots and anal
fin rays.
Bait:Tube
jigs of your choice, crappie minnies, bee moths, wigglers Depth:around
8 feet
Comments about fish:
Salamonie Reservoir offers excellent crappie fishing throughout
the year. Good fishing success is found throughout the lake for
boat anglers. Anglers in boats will find good crappie fishing
throughout the lake near fish attractors, off points, and wooded
inlets. The marina cove, the SR105 causeway, Majenica Creek
bridge, county road 750 east, the Dora cul-de-sac, and CR 680
east are all good bank-fishing spots on the reservoir. There are
several fish attractors installed for fishermen at various
locations throughout the lake (map available at the Visitor
Center). Crappie are biting slow; small in size. Better lake
activity near Majenica Creeek and Salamonie River. The water
level is 4ft above summer pool. Condidtion of the water is muddy
due to steady rains.
Comments about body of
water:
The lake level is currently 4ft above summer pool. Lake level can be
obtained daily at www.lrl.usace.army.mil/ Condition of the water
surface is muddy due to steady rains. All ramps are now open and
courtesy docks are set.
This page was last updated on JUN 14 2013 01:42 P.M.
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above.
Description:
Greene-Sullivan State Forest is composed of 8,000 acres of reclaimed
surface mined land that includes the planting of several different
species of trees that are managed for wildlife and timber production.
The forest has more than 100 fishing lakes which have produced some
record catches. Facilities include an archery range, boat launch ramp,
camping, horseman's camp, dumping station, fishing and hunting,
picnicking, trails and hiking.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill
has five to nine vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat
(ear) with no margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait: bee moths, small jigs, crickets Depth: 1-12 ft.
Comments about fish:
Bluegill fishing is dependent upon the weather fronts. Lighter
tackle will have the best results. Using light lines seems to work
best.
Channel catfish
Description:
The channel catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and barbels on its
face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the channel catfish
taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The channel catfish has 24-29 rays in its rounded anal
fin. The caudal fin is deeply forked and the fish has dark spots on
its sides when young.
Bait: nightcrawlers, stink bait, livers Depth: lake bottom 6-11ft.
Comments about fish:
Try Wampler, Graveyard, West, Reservoir 26, and Bass lakes.
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Best times to catch bass are mornings and evenings.
Muskellunge
Description:
Members of the Pike family, the muskellunge, tiger muskellunge and
northern pike have established themselves as remarkable adversaries
through the years. The muskie, native to Indiana, is now usually
found in stocked bodies of water. The northern pike, a voracious
eater and popular among anglers, can be found in northern Indiana in
natural lakes and streams. The muskie has three distinct color
patterns, including green to silver "clear" sides, dark
spots or dark vertical bars, six or more sensory pores on each side
and scales covering only the top half of both cheeks. The muskie can
weigh 10-20 pounds, but can reach weights over 30 pounds and lengths
up to four feet long. Lures up to 12 inches are designed to resemble
medium-sized fish and even small ducks.
Bait: minnow imitation crankbaits Depth: deep to bottom
Comments about fish:
Please let us know if you catch any muskie! We'd love to hear about
it! Report of 45 inch muskie was caught and released recently at
bass lake, possible "Fish of the Year" in spring 2011.
Hydroacoustic map for Bass lake, http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/files/fw-Bass_Lake_Dugger_Unit_Bathymetry_Sullivan_County_c_March_2012.pdf
Rainbow or steelhead trout
Description:
Ever popular among Indiana anglers is the trout family, which
includes the brown, lake and rainbow or steelhead trout. Many
fisherman can be spotted on the shores during spawning season when
the trout begin their runs into the tributaries. Rainbow or
steelhead trout have a white mouth, teeth and gums and small black
spots on their backs, sides, and caudal and dorsal fins. The caudal
fin margin of the rainbow or steelhead trout is square and the fish
has 9-12 anal fin rays.
Bait: Artificial lures, power bait Depth: 15 - 40 ft
Comments about fish:
Airline Lake is closed from March 15th through March 31st. Reopens
for fishing on April 1st. Fish deep for best results.
White crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The white
crappie has six dorsal spines, black side markings forming vertical
bars rather than random spots and anal fin rays.
Bait: minnows, small jigs Depth: 3 - 12 ft
Comments about fish:
Crappie can be found around submerged structures. Reservior #26 has
good reports for Crappie fishing this past few weeks.
Comments about body of water:
2013 Permits are now available. Prices are: Annual Entrance Permit $40,
Annual Non-Residence Entrance Permit $60.00, Golden Hoosier Annual
Entrance Permit $20.00, Annual Horse Tag $20.00, Motorized Lake Permit
$22.00, Non-Motorized Lake Permit $5.00. Please continue to help us keep
the lakes clean of litter! Effective January 1, 2013 year round camp
ground fees will be: Family Camp Grounds $10.70; Horse Campground
$13.91, these prices include sales tax. Our office now accepts VISA,
MASTERCARD, AND DISCOVER.
This page was last updated on JUN 14 2013 11:36 A.M.
For more information about the lake please click on the lake name
above.
Blue catfish
Description:
Like other catfish, the blue catfish has a smooth scaleless skin and
barbels on its face resembling cat whiskers. The barbels help the
blue taste and feel objects and enable it to locate food in dark and
turbid water. The blue catfish has 30-35 anal fin rays, its anal fin
margin is straight and the caudal fin is deeply forked.
Bait: Worms Depth: Bottom
Comments about fish:
Catfishes rank second only to Buffalos as freshwater commercial
fish. Catfishes take a wide variety of food, including clams, insect
larvae, and crustaceans. They are also scavengers. Worms seem to be
the most productive bait here at Cecil M. Harden Lake. The South end
of the beach, off of the South point is one of the more productive
areas in the lake for catfishes. If success is limited you may try
an alterative bait such as a commerical blood bait, or some tainted
chicken livers.
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. On the
largemouth bass, the upper jaw extends beyond back of eye,
differentiating the fish from the smallmouth bass. The largemouth
bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait: Various Crank Baits Depth: Varies
Comments about fish:
Often called on of the finest fresh-water game fish of Indiana. The
largemouth Bass often feeds upon crayfish and other smaller fish.
Redear sunfish
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The redear
sunfish has an opercle flap (ear) that is tipped with a red or
orange margin.
Bait: Jiggs or bee moths Depth: Shallow Water
Comments about fish:
Also know as the "Shellcracker" grows to a length of about
7" in Cecil M. Harden Lake. This fish is a transplant from the
Mississippi basin from Illinois south, and is most abundant in the
south where it grows to near 10 inches.
Smallmouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The last rays
on the dorsal fin of the smallmouth bass are separated from the rest
of the fin. Also, the upper jaw does not extend beyond back of eye,
as it does with the largemouth bass. The smallmouth bass commonly
reaches 3-4 pounds.
Bait: Various Crank Baits Depth: Varies
Comments about fish:
Smallmouth bass are not typically associted with Cecil M. Harden
Lake to a great extent. Although we do have a Smallmouth bass
population.
Striped bass
Description:
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and the
striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can
live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses often school
far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a
cross of white and striped bass. The striped bass has tooth patches
on back of tongue in two parallel patches, first stripe below
lateral line complete to tail, stripes above lateral line are
unbroken.
Bait: Various Crank Baits Depth: Below 15'
Comments about fish:
Striped bass were introduced to Cecil M. Harden Lake in 1995 as a
means to control a exploding Gizzard Shad population. Striped bass
seem to be one of the more popular sporting fishes as they will
fight aggressively to get off of an angler's line. As the summer
temperatures sky rocket the Striped bass will typically seek out the
deeper, cooler waters. Fishing Hint: try fishing straight out off of
points into deep channels. Raccoon has the Indiana State record for
Striped Bass @ 39.08 lbs (caught in 2010).
Walleye
Description:
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty flavor.
The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this popular
family. The walleye has no spots on its dorsal fin and a dusky spot
at the rear of its spiny dorsal fin, lower tip of tail and anal fin
are white.
Bait: Various Crank Baits Depth: Varies
Comments about fish:
Walleye is not commonly fished for at Cecil M. Harden Lake. Although
Walleye are no longer stocked at the lake, biologist netted walleye
that have naturally reproduced.
White bass
Description:
These bass belong to the temperate bass family. Temperate basses
include the true fresh water basses, white and yellow bass, and the
striped bass, which originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can
live its entire life in fresh water. Temperate basses often school
far from shore and feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a
cross of white and striped bass. The white bass has a single tooth
patch on back of tongue, first stripe below lateral line not
complete to tail.
Bait: Jiggs or minnows Depth: Varies
Comments about fish:
White bass are often over looked at Cecil M. Harden as a sporting
opportunity. In the spring and fall of each year White bass can be
found in the upper Big Raccoon Creek entering the lake at Portland
Mills. White bass will also school with the crappie throughout the
entire lake.
White crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The white
crappie has six dorsal spines, black side markings forming vertical
bars rather than random spots and anal fin rays.
Bait: Jiggs or minnows Depth: Varies
Comments about fish:
Two species, the Black crappie and White crappie inhabit about the
same regions.
Comments about body of water:
Current lake level is 63.25 (1.03 feet over summer pool). All boat ramps
are now open. Note- Summer pool is 62.22. Good fishing.
This page was last updated
on JUN 14 2013 10:44 A.M.
Members of the pacific salmon family, the chinook or king salmon and
the coho salmon can be found in Lake Michigan and its tributaries in
northern Indiana. Pacific salmons do not feed during spawning, but
will strike a lure during their runs. Cohos will spawn in the fall
in their third year of life and die, while chinooks will spawn in
the fall, winter or spring in the fifth year of life, allowing them
to grow larger. The chinook or king salmon teeth are set in dark
gums, with black spots on the back and both lobes of the square
caudal fin. The chinook or king salmon has 15-17 anal fin rays and
averages 30 pounds though some can reach over 100 pounds.
Bait: Spoons,
bodybaits, meat rigs Depth: East: Up to 110 FOW West: Up to 75 FOW
Comments about
fish:
MC boat anglers reported action for cohos & kings in water
depths ranging from 73-110 FOW N of the lighthouse. Cohos were
caught anywhere from 43-65' down on D/F combos, spoons &
bodybaits. Chinooks were caught slightly deeper & preferred
spoons & bodybaits. EC anglers reported a mixed bag near the
gong in water depths ranging from 55-75 FOW. Again, D/F combos along
with spoons fished 30-54' down proved effective for cohos & even
an occasional steelhead. Anglers targeting kings report best action
came on meat rigs followed by bodybaits & spoons.
Coho salmon
Description:
Members of the pacific salmon family, the chinook or king salmon and
the coho salmon can be found in Lake Michigan and its tributaries in
northern Indiana. Pacific salmons do not feed during spawning, but
will strike a lure during their runs. Cohos will spawn in the fall
in their third year of life and die, while chinooks will spawn in
the fall, winter or spring in the fifth year of life, allowing them
to grow larger. The teeth of the coho salmon are set in light color
gums. The coho salmon has black spots on the upper lobe of a
slightly forked caudal fin with 12-15 anal fin rays.
Bait: Spoons,
dodger/fly combos, bodybaits Depth: East: Up to 110 FOW West: Up to 75 FOW
Comments about
fish:
See chinook salmon report.
Rainbow or steelhead trout
Description:
Ever popular among Indiana anglers is the trout family, which
includes the brown, lake and rainbow or steelhead trout. Many
fisherman can be spotted on the shores during spawning season when
the trout begin their runs into the tributaries. Rainbow or
steelhead trout have a white mouth, teeth and gums and small black
spots on their backs, sides, and caudal and dorsal fins. The caudal
fin margin of the rainbow or steelhead trout is square and the fish
has 9-12 anal fin rays.
Bait: Pier:
shrimp or N/C under a bobber, spoons, spinners Depth: 5-9' under a bobber
Comments about
fish:
Several steelhead were harvested earlier in the week along the MC
Lighthouse Pier; however, over the past couple of days, action has
slowed. Anglers stated that shrimp suspended anywhere from 5-9'
proved effective. No action to report in area tribs this past week.
If you are planning a trip to the creeks to pursue skamania
steelhead, check out the US Geological Survey Water Resources for IN
web page. It will provide you with current stream flow & stage
height to help you gauge stream conditions.
Smallmouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill,
redear sunfish, black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and
smallmouth bass are all members of the sunfish family. The last rays
on the dorsal fin of the smallmouth bass are separated from the rest
of the fin. Also, the upper jaw does not extend beyond back of eye,
as it does with the largemouth bass. The smallmouth bass commonly
reaches 3-4 pounds.
Bait: Minnows,
worms, jigs, crankbaits, small spinner baits Depth: Up to 15 FOW
Comments about
fish:
SMB action continues to be very good along the southern shorelines
of LM. Boat anglers should concentrate their efforts along rocky rip
rap that is prevalent along the outside of the POI breakwall as well
as from the city of Gary W to Hammond. With water temps in the
60’s, SMB will readily chase down & attack your offerings. In
the past, anglers have had good luck retrieving deep diving
crankbaits & spinner baits parallel to the rocky rip rap. In
addition, soft plastic jigs that resemble gobies or minnows can also
be extremely effective at times. SMB in the 14-18" range are
abundant & don’t be surprised if you latch onto a bass over 6
lbs.
Yellow perch
Description:
Indiana anglers have long since sought perch for their tasty flavor.
The yellow perch, walleye and sauger are members of this popular
family. The yellow perch ranges from 6 to 12 inches long and up to
one or two pounds.
Bait: Minnows Depth: Up to 50 FOW
Comments about
fish:
Indiana creel clerks received no fishing reports for yellow perch
this past week.
Comments about body of
water:
Water temp in the harbor of MC was 67 F as of this morning. The lower
portions of Trail Cr & the E Br of the Little Cal River will have
fishing restrictions lifted Sunday morning (6/16/2013). Until then, they
will remain closed to allow recently stocked salmonids to safely migrate
downstream to LM. The closed season applies to: Trail Cr in LaPorte Co
from the Franklin Street Bridge upstream to US 35 & the E Br of the
Little Cal River in Porter Co from US 12 upstream to US 20.
This
page was last updated on JUN 13 2013 06:35 A.M.
For
more information about the lake please click on the lake name above.
Description:
Lake Monroe is a 10,750
acre flood control reservoir located in Brown and Monroe counties
southeast of Bloomington. It is the largest lake in the state with
recreational activities such as boating and fishing. Fishing consists
primarily of largemouth bass and panfish, such as bluegill and yellow
perch. Other angling opportunities include white crappie, hybrid striped
bass and yellow perch, as well as channel and flathead catfish. Lake
Monroe has also become one of the best walleye fisheries in Indiana.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include
some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish,
black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are
all members of the sunfish family. The bluegill has five to nine
vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat (ear) with no
margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait:
small jigs/crickets
Depth: shallow - 10 feet
Comments
about fish:
Fish are definitely
moving to and from bedding areas.
Hybrid striped bass
Description:
These bass belong to
the temperate bass family. Temperate basses include the true fresh
water basses, white and yellow bass, and the striped bass, which
originally lived in the Atlantic Ocean but can live its entire life
in fresh water. Temperate basses often school far from shore and
feed on schooling fish. Hybrid striped bass are a cross of white and
striped bass. The hybrid striped bass has two tooth patches and the
back of the tongue are joined. The first stripe below the lateral
line complete to the tail and the stripes above the lateral line are
usually broken.
Bait:
live / artificial
Depth: surface to 20feet
Comments
about fish:
Find the schools of
bait fish and you should find fish. Troll in the 10 - 14 ft. range.
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include
some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish,
black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are
all members of the sunfish family. On the largemouth bass, the upper
jaw extends beyond back of eye, differentiating the fish from the
smallmouth bass. The largemouth bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait:
N/A
Depth: N/A
Comments
about fish:
No Reports
Walleye
Description:
Indiana anglers have
long since sought perch for their tasty flavor. The yellow perch,
walleye and sauger are members of this popular family. The walleye
has no spots on its dorsal fin and a dusky spot at the rear of its
spiny dorsal fin, lower tip of tail and anal fin are white.
Bait:
night crawlers/minnows
Depth: right off bottom
Comments
about fish:
No Reports.
White crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include
some of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish,
black and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are
all members of the sunfish family. The white crappie has six dorsal
spines, black side markings forming vertical bars rather than random
spots and anal fin rays.
Bait:
jigs and minnows
Depth: shallow to 8 feet
Comments
about fish:
Crappie are located
around almost any structure.
Comments
about body of water:
Water temp. @76. Lake
level is at pool (538). Those wishing to report specifics about their
fishing experience and help keep Fishing Reports current may do so by
calling the Lake Monroe Office at (812) 837-9546.
This page was
last updated on JUN 11 2013 08:31 A.M.
For more information about
the lake please click on the lake name above.
Black crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some
of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish, black
and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are all
members of the sunfish family. The Black crappie has seven to eight
dorsal spines, as well as some random blotches on it's sides.
Bait:
Minnows or
Jigs Depth: 5 - 10'
Comments about fish:
Crappie can be caught on
the outside on weed lines in 6 - 10 feet of water. Fish are moving to
the back of black bottom bays with good weed cover to feed.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some
of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish, black
and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are all
members of the sunfish family. The bluegill has five to nine
vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat (ear) with no
margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait:
Wigglers,
Bee Moths, Spikes Depth: 4 - 10
Comments about fish:
Bluegill can be found in
back bays and channels.
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some
of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish, black
and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are all
members of the sunfish family. On the largemouth bass, the upper jaw
extends beyond back of eye, differentiating the fish from the
smallmouth bass. The largemouth bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait:
Jigging
Lures & Live Bait Depth: 5 - 10
Comments about fish:
Fish the inside and
outside of weed beds near the drop off. The isolated weed beds tend
to hold the larger fish.
Rainbow or steelhead
trout
Description:
Ever popular among
Indiana anglers is the trout family, which includes the brown, lake
and rainbow or steelhead trout. Many fisherman can be spotted on the
shores during spawning season when the trout begin their runs into
the tributaries. Rainbow or steelhead trout have a white mouth,
teeth and gums and small black spots on their backs, sides, and
caudal and dorsal fins. The caudal fin margin of the rainbow or
steelhead trout is square and the fish has 9-12 anal fin rays.
Clear Lake and Lake Gage
have excellent Rainbow Trout Fishing.
Redear sunfish
Description:
Sunfishes include some
of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish, black
and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are all
members of the sunfish family. The redear sunfish has an opercle
flap (ear) that is tipped with a red or orange margin.
Bait:
Wigglers,
Spikes, Bee Moths Depth: 4 - 8'
Comments about fish:
Fish in channels, back
bays, and next to isolated weed beds
Walleye
Description:
Indiana anglers have
long since sought perch for their tasty flavor. The yellow perch,
walleye and sauger are members of this popular family. The walleye
has no spots on its dorsal fin and a dusky spot at the rear of its
spiny dorsal fin, lower tip of tail and anal fin are white.
Lake George, Clear Lake,
and Crooked Lake have excellent walleye populations.
Yellow perch
Description:
Indiana anglers have
long since sought perch for their tasty flavor. The yellow perch,
walleye and sauger are members of this popular family. The yellow
perch ranges from 6 to 12 inches long and up to one or two pounds.
Bait:
Jigs,
Minnows, Worms Depth: 3 - 6 feet
Comments about fish:
Perch can be found on
the inside weed lines.
Comments about body of
water:
Water temperature is 71
degrees on most lakes.
This
page was last updated on JUN 10 2013 09:42 A.M.
For
more information about the lake please click on the lake name above.
Description:
Willow Slough Fish and
Wildlife Area is dedicated to providing quality hunting and fishing
opportunities while maintaining 9,956 acres, which includes 1,800 acres
of open water, marshes and flooded crop land. In addition to fishing at
J.C. Murphey Lake and numerous ponds, the property also offers hunting,
wildlife watching, camping, wetland trapping, and dog training areas.
Wild blackberries, blueberries and raspberries, walnuts and spring and
fall mushroom gathering is available.
Black crappie
Description:
Sunfishes include some
of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish, black
and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are all
members of the sunfish family. The Black crappie has seven to eight
dorsal spines, as well as some random blotches on it's sides.
Bait:
jigs/small spinners/ live bait Depth: 2 to 5 feet
Comments
about fish:
Anglers are reporting
catching only a few crappie now. Jigs, spinners, and live bait are
often used. Crappie can be found in open water structure and around
open water vegetation.
Bluegill
Description:
Sunfishes include some
of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish, black
and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are all
members of the sunfish family. The bluegill has five to nine
vertical bars on its sides, a black opercle flat (ear) with no
margin and a dark spot at the rear of it's dorsal fin.
Bait:
beemoths, crickets, worms Depth: N/A
Comments
about fish:
Bluegill fishing has
been picking up some now, some limits being taken. Fisherman
reporting catching males on beds. This years spawn has been on and
off with the cool fronts and varying weather. There are still some
females full of eggs. Most anglers favor early morning or late
evening. More anglers are fishing the open water structures and
shorelines.
Largemouth bass
Description:
Sunfishes include some
of the best-known fish in Indiana. Bluegill, redear sunfish, black
and white crappie, largemouth, spotted and smallmouth bass are all
members of the sunfish family. On the largemouth bass, the upper jaw
extends beyond back of eye, differentiating the fish from the
smallmouth bass. The largemouth bass commonly reached six pounds.
Bait:
variety of lures Depth: N/A
Comments
about fish:
Bass fishing has been
Good. Top water lures are always a good choice along with plastic
worms. Many fish are in the 13 - 17 inch size class, under the legal
size limit of 18".
Comments
about body of water:
Willow Slough Fish and
Wildlife Area does not rent boats. Lake level is now at pool. Limited
bank fishing by Headquarters/Picnic area is the only bank fishing aloud.
Surface water temperatures are now around 71°. ***JC Murphey Lake will
be closed to boat fishing due to Waterfowl season during the following
months: (Sept. Teal)(Oct. - Dec. Regular)***
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