Johnson County · stream · order 8 river · ~612 cfs typical
Big Blue River
Stocked 27× since 1991 · Indiana DNR
Big Blue River is a stream in Johnson County, Indiana, stocked with Rainbow Trout and Smallmouth Bass — most recently on Apr 1, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Indiana DNR; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
84°
60°
5 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
88°
64°
9 mph
12%
Sat
Rain
76°
67°
14 mph
86%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,123 | 9.88" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 9" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 9.45" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 9.37" | |
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 10" | |
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 10.71" | |
| — 2019 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 10.7" | |
| — 2018 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 11.2" | |
| — 2017 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,025 | 10.73" | |
| — 2016 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 11.09" | |
| — 2015 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 10.58" | |
| — 2013 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 11.74" | |
| — 2012 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,120 | 10.88" | |
| — 2011 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,100 | 10.88" | |
| — 2010 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,123 | 10.52" | |
| — 2009 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 10.99" | |
| — 2008 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,081 | 10.17" | |
| — 2006 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 10.59" | |
| — 2005 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 10.88" | |
| — 2004 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,107 | 10.65" | |
| — 2003 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,123 | 9.96" | |
| — 2002 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,072 | 10.74" | |
| — 2001 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,100 | 11.16" | |
| — 2000 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,125 | 10.6" | |
| — 1997 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,122 | 10.3" | |
| — 1996 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,096 | 11.15" | |
| — 1991 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Smallmouth Bass | 2,261 | 4" | |
When does Big Blue River get stocked?
Going by 27 records since 1991, stocking here peaks in April.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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All Indiana waters with rainbow trout → · All Indiana waters with smallmouth bass →
Nearby waters
- Sugar Creek0.0 mi
- Nineveh Creek1.7 mi
- Dailey Lake2.0 mi
- Mud Creek2.5 mi
- Pisgah Lake3.1 mistocked Oct 1, 2025
- Muddy Branch Creek3.3 mi
- Prince Creek3.1 mi
- Lick Creek3.5 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official IN regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Big Blue River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Big Blue River?+
Big Blue River is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Smallmouth Bass in Johnson County, Indiana, most recently on Apr 1, 2026 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Big Blue River get stocked?+
Going by 27 records since 1991, stocking at Big Blue River peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Big Blue River?+
Yes — Indiana requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Big Blue River?+
Big Blue River is a stream in Johnson County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated Apr 1, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.