Perry County · reservoir · 0 acres
East Deer Pond
Stocked 20× since 1989 · Indiana DNR
East Deer Pond is a reservoir in Perry County, Indiana, stocked with Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass and Redear Sunfish — most recently on Nov 1, 2025. 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°
66°
7 mph
7%
Sat
Showers
83°
67°
14 mph
61%
Sun
Drizzle
72°
65°
8 mph
68%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
Stocking ledger
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 125 | 8.5" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 125 | 7.7" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 125 | 8.4" | |
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 200 | 9.3" | |
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 8.1" | |
| — 2019 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 10.28" | |
| — 2017 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 9.4" | |
| — 2013 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 12.5" | |
| — 2011 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 11.43" | |
| — 2009 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 8.7" | |
| — 2008 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Largemouth Bass | 350 | 4.6" | |
| — 2007 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Bluegill | 1,001 | 1.38" | |
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 185 | 9.1" | |
| Nov 1 | Redear Sunfish | 2,995 | 0.83" | |
| Oct 1 | Largemouth Bass | 340 | 4.1" | |
| — 2005 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 8.5" | |
| — 1991 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 75 | 9.4" | |
| — 1990 — | ||||
| Dec 1 | Bluegill | 750 | 1.5" | |
| Dec 1 | Redear Sunfish | 750 | 1.3" | |
| — 1989 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Largemouth Bass | 250 | 4.5" | |
When does East Deer Pond get stocked?
Going by 20 records since 1989, stocking here peaks in October and November.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Gerber Pond0.7 mi
- Deer Lake1.2 mi
- Helwig Hollow Pond1.3 mi
- Miller Branch2.4 mi
- Murmer Creek2.4 mi
- Buck Creek2.6 mi
- Middle Deer Creek2.2 mi
- Fanny Creek2.7 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.
East Deer Pond fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in East Deer Pond?+
East Deer Pond is stocked with Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass and Redear Sunfish in Perry County, Indiana, most recently on Nov 1, 2025 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does East Deer Pond get stocked?+
Going by 20 records since 1989, stocking at East Deer Pond peaks in October and November. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish East Deer Pond?+
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 East Deer Pond?+
East Deer Pond is a reservoir in Perry County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated Nov 1, 2025 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.