Owen County · reservoir · 1,235 acres
Cagles Mill Lake
Stocked 53× since 1962 · Indiana DNR
Cagles Mill Lake is a reservoir in Owen County, Indiana, stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Flathead Catfish — most recently on May 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
85°
61°
6 mph
0%
Fri
Drizzle
87°
65°
10 mph
14%
Sat
Drizzle
82°
65°
14 mph
81%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 85,442 | 1.42" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 83,984 | 1.31" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 84,005 | 1.42" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 70,000 | 1.35" | |
| — 2021 — | ||||
| May 1 | Largemouth Bass | 100,125 | 0.02" | |
| — 2018 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 92,799 | 1.29" | |
| — 2016 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 84,000 | 1.46" | |
| — 2015 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 92,564 | 1.51" | |
| — 2014 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 79,800 | 1.48" | |
| — 2013 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 2,801,200 | ||
| — 2012 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 48,605 | 1.77" | |
| — 2011 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 2,803,550 | ||
| — 2010 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 2,679,000 | ||
| — 2009 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 2,801,200 | ||
| — 2008 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 2,803,550 | ||
| — 2006 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 2,895,200 | ||
| — 2005 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 2,801,200 | ||
| — 2002 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 2,820,000 | ||
| — 2001 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 2,817,650 | ||
| — 1999 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 4,208,850 | ||
| — 1998 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 4,312,250 | ||
| — 1996 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 4,207,675 | ||
| — 1995 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 4,222,950 | ||
| — 1994 — | ||||
| May 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 140,000 | ||
| — 1993 — | ||||
| May 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 142,545 | ||
| May 1 | Walleye | 1,647,725 | ||
| — 1992 — | ||||
| May 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 140,000 | ||
| May 1 | Walleye | 1,704,125 | ||
| — 1991 — | ||||
| May 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 140,000 | ||
| May 1 | Walleye | 659,175 | ||
| — 1990 — | ||||
| May 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 280,000 | ||
| Apr 1 | Walleye | 300,000 | ||
| — 1989 — | ||||
| Jun 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 11,084 | 1.95" | |
| — 1986 — | ||||
| Jun 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 14,000 | ||
| — 1983 — | ||||
| May 1 | Threadfin Shad | 2,500 | 3" | |
| — 1982 — | ||||
| May 1 | Threadfin Shad | 7,000 | 3" | |
| — 1981 — | ||||
| May 1 | Threadfin Shad | 5,000 | 3" | |
| — 1979 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 1,520,000 | ||
| — 1978 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 1,050,000 | ||
| — 1974 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 1,435,000 | ||
| — 1973 — | ||||
| May 1 | Walleye | 2,000,000 | ||
| — 1972 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Bluegill | 725 | ||
| Nov 1 | Redear Sunfish | 175 | ||
| May 1 | Walleye | 2,055,000 | ||
| Mar 1 | Channel Catfish | 71 | ||
| Mar 1 | Flathead Catfish | 41 | ||
| — 1971 — | ||||
| Dec 1 | Black Crappie | 5,049 | 1.98" | |
| Nov 1 | Bluegill | 50,725 | 0.49" | |
| Nov 1 | Flathead Catfish | 44 | ||
| Nov 1 | Largemouth Bass | 13,827 | 2.41" | |
| Nov 1 | Rock Bass | 13,720 | ||
| Nov 1 | Smallmouth Bass | 5,067 | ||
| — 1962 — | ||||
| Aug 1 | Northern Pike | 50 | 14" | |
When does Cagles Mill Lake get stocked?
Going by 53 records since 1962, stocking here peaks in May.
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Nearby waters
- Doe Creek2.0 mi
- Barnes Lake3.1 mi
- Deer Creek3.8 mi
- Fall Creek3.9 mi
- Greyhound Lake4.9 mi
- Paradise Lake3.8 mi
- Camp Otto Lake3.8 mi
- Mill Creek4.2 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.
Cagles Mill Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Cagles Mill Lake?+
Cagles Mill Lake is stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Flathead Catfish in Owen County, Indiana, most recently on May 1, 2026 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Cagles Mill Lake get stocked?+
Going by 53 records since 1962, stocking at Cagles Mill Lake peaks in May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Cagles Mill Lake?+
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 Cagles Mill Lake?+
Cagles Mill Lake is a reservoir in Owen County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated May 1, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.