Jackson County · reservoir · 8 acres
Knob Lake
Stocked 29× since 1962 · Indiana DNR
Knob Lake is a reservoir in Jackson County, Indiana, stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass — most recently on Nov 1, 2024. 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°
62°
6 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
87°
66°
9 mph
11%
Sat
Showers
83°
67°
13 mph
88%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 114 | 8.37" | |
| Oct 1 | Bluegill | 5,250 | 1.3" | |
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 297 | 8.6" | |
| — 2020 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 114 | 8.11" | |
| — 2018 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 114 | 8.02" | |
| — 2016 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 355 | 7.8" | |
| — 2012 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 9.09" | |
| — 2009 — | ||||
| Mar 1 | Bluegill | 2,112 | 1.57" | |
| Mar 1 | Largemouth Bass | 723 | 3.97" | |
| Mar 1 | Redear Sunfish | 1,593 | 1.23" | |
| — 2006 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 8.91" | |
| — 2004 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 9.2" | |
| — 2002 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 9.28" | |
| — 2000 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 8.36" | |
| — 1998 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 8.71" | |
| — 1996 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 8.4" | |
| — 1994 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 10.5" | |
| — 1992 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 8" | |
| — 1990 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 8.3" | |
| — 1988 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 8.5" | |
| — 1986 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 10.3" | |
| — 1984 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | ||
| — 1981 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | ||
| — 1979 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 8.97" | |
| — 1976 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 4.8" | |
| — 1962 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Black Crappie | 56 | ||
| Jan 1 | Channel Catfish | 300 | 8" | |
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 3,504 | ||
| Jan 1 | Redear Sunfish | 2,000 | ||
When does Knob Lake get stocked?
Going by 29 records since 1962, stocking here peaks in October.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Lake Pyoca0.9 mi
- Indian Creek3.7 mi
- White Creek3.8 mi
- West Branch White Creek4.3 mi
- Knob Creek5.3 mi
- Hough Creek4.3 mi
- Starve Hollow Lake5.3 mistocked Nov 1, 2024
- Spray Creek5.8 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.
Knob Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Knob Lake?+
Knob Lake is stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass in Jackson County, Indiana, most recently on Nov 1, 2024 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Knob Lake get stocked?+
Going by 29 records since 1962, stocking at Knob Lake peaks in October. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Knob 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 Knob Lake?+
Knob Lake is a reservoir in Jackson County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated Nov 1, 2024 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.