Washington County · reservoir · 212 acres
John Hays Lake
Stocked 16× since 1968 · Indiana DNR
John Hays Lake is a reservoir in Washington County, Indiana, stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass — most recently on Oct 1, 2011. 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
83°
62°
5 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
85°
68°
8 mph
13%
Sat
Showers
84°
68°
13 mph
87%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2011 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,280 | 8.9" | |
| — 2009 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,360 | 8.5" | |
| — 2007 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,360 | 8.6" | |
| — 2005 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,360 | 8.1" | |
| — 2003 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,360 | 8.42" | |
| — 2001 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,360 | 8.9" | |
| — 1999 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,722 | 8.14" | |
| — 1997 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,360 | 8.5" | |
| — 1995 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,360 | 8.7" | |
| — 1992 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 5,250 | 8.3" | |
| — 1978 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 6,300 | ||
| — 1969 — | ||||
| Jun 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,300 | ||
| — 1968 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Black Crappie | 3,000 | 1" | |
| Nov 1 | Bluegill | 3,600 | ||
| Nov 1 | Redear Sunfish | 6,900 | ||
| Jun 1 | Largemouth Bass | 1,357 | ||
When does John Hays Lake get stocked?
Going by 16 records since 1968, stocking here peaks in October.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Nearby waters
- Lick Creek0.4 mi
- Rinkers Creek1.2 mi
- Rush Creek4.1 mi
- Muscatatuck River6.0 mistocked Apr 1, 1997
- Buffalo Creek6.8 mi
- Greasy Creek7.1 mi
- Goose Creek7.8 mi
- Mill Creek7.7 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.
John Hays Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in John Hays Lake?+
John Hays Lake is stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass in Washington County, Indiana, most recently on Oct 1, 2011 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does John Hays Lake get stocked?+
Going by 16 records since 1968, stocking at John Hays Lake peaks in October. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish John Hays 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 John Hays Lake?+
John Hays Lake is a reservoir in Washington County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated Oct 1, 2011 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.