Sullivan County · reservoir · 258 acres
Lake Kickapoo
Stocked 8× since 1969 · Indiana DNR
Lake Kickapoo is a reservoir in Sullivan County, Indiana, stocked with Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass and Redear Sunfish — most recently on Sep 1, 1986. 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°
63°
7 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
84°
65°
10 mph
18%
Sat
Rain
78°
67°
14 mph
77%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 1986 — | ||||
| Sep 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,900 | 8.65" | |
| — 1978 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 7,582 | ||
| — 1975 — | ||||
| Jun 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,000 | ||
| — 1972 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,000 | ||
| — 1970 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Largemouth Bass | 49 | ||
| — 1969 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Black Crappie | 582 | 3.5" | |
| Oct 1 | Redear Sunfish | 2,445 | ||
| Jul 1 | Largemouth Bass | 4,513 | 5.02" | |
When does Lake Kickapoo get stocked?
Going by 8 records since 1969, stocking here peaks in October and November.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Nearby waters
- Lake Shakamak0.8 mistocked Oct 1, 2025
- Lake Lenape0.7 mistocked Oct 1, 2025
- Powell Pond2.3 mi
- Boston Creek4.0 mi
- Greenbriar Lake3.4 mi
- Hooker Creek4.0 mi
- East Fork Busseron Creek4.1 mi
- Mud Creek4.4 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.
Lake Kickapoo fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Lake Kickapoo?+
Lake Kickapoo is stocked with Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass and Redear Sunfish in Sullivan County, Indiana, most recently on Sep 1, 1986 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Lake Kickapoo get stocked?+
Going by 8 records since 1969, stocking at Lake Kickapoo peaks in October and November. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Lake Kickapoo?+
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 Lake Kickapoo?+
Lake Kickapoo is a reservoir in Sullivan County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated Sep 1, 1986 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.