Morgan County · reservoir · 5 acres
J Lake
Stocked 15× since 1975 · Indiana DNR
J Lake is a reservoir in Morgan County, Indiana, stocked with Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass — most recently on Oct 1, 2012. 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°
61°
7 mph
0%
Fri
Drizzle
86°
66°
11 mph
14%
Sat
Showers
82°
65°
13 mph
82%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2012 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,343 | 9.4" | |
| — 2010 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,447 | 9.7" | |
| — 2008 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,343 | 9.9" | |
| — 2006 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,346 | 8.9" | |
| — 2004 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,343 | 8.6" | |
| — 2002 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 786 | 8.9" | |
| — 2000 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,343 | 7.6" | |
| — 1998 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,343 | 8.9" | |
| — 1993 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,975 | 8.36" | |
| — 1990 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,975 | 8.69" | |
| — 1987 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,975 | 8.42" | |
| — 1984 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,974 | ||
| — 1980 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,970 | ||
| — 1977 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,400 | ||
| — 1975 — | ||||
| Jul 1 | Largemouth Bass | 8,450 | 3.75" | |
When does J Lake get stocked?
Going by 15 records since 1975, stocking here peaks in October.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Nearby waters
- Amy Lake1.5 mi
- Lake Maxine2.5 mi
- Lake Primrose2.5 mi
- Snake Creek3.4 mi
- Guthrie Lake Dam3.5 mi
- Guthrie Lake3.6 mi
- Gash Branch3.6 mi
- Whispering Wind Lake3.6 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.
J Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in J Lake?+
J Lake is stocked with Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass in Morgan County, Indiana, most recently on Oct 1, 2012 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does J Lake get stocked?+
Going by 15 records since 1975, stocking at J Lake peaks in October. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish J 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 J Lake?+
J Lake is a reservoir in Morgan County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated Oct 1, 2012 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.