Spencer County · reservoir · 52 acres
Lake Lincoln
Stocked 20× since 1975 · Indiana DNR
Lake Lincoln is a reservoir in Spencer County, Indiana, stocked with Channel Catfish and Grass Carp — most recently on Oct 1, 2023. 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°
65°
6 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
84°
67°
8 mph
13%
Sat
Rain
83°
67°
15 mph
76%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 223 | 9.52" | |
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 742 | 11.02" | |
| — 2019 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 928 | 8.95" | |
| — 2017 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 935 | 10.99" | |
| — 2015 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 464 | 10.56" | |
| — 2013 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 928 | 9.86" | |
| — 2011 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 928 | 9.6" | |
| — 2009 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 928 | 8.39" | |
| — 2007 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 928 | 9.5" | |
| — 2005 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 928 | 8.01" | |
| — 2003 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 928 | 8.3" | |
| — 1993 — | ||||
| Jun 1 | Grass Carp | 735 | ||
| — 1990 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,450 | 8.16" | |
| — 1988 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,450 | 7.2" | |
| — 1986 — | ||||
| Sep 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,450 | 9.5" | |
| — 1984 — | ||||
| Sep 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,900 | ||
| — 1982 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,900 | ||
| — 1980 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,899 | ||
| — 1977 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,450 | ||
| — 1975 — | ||||
| Jun 1 | Channel Catfish | 500 | ||
When does Lake Lincoln get stocked?
Going by 20 records since 1975, stocking here peaks in October.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Nearby waters
- North Fork Little Pigeon Creek2.9 mi
- Lake Holly2.7 mi
- Noel Lake2.8 mi
- Santa Claus Lake3.4 mi
- Christmas Lake3.8 mi
- Buckhorn Creek4.1 mi
- Little Pigeon Creek4.1 mi
- Pokeberry Creek4.6 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.
Lake Lincoln fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Lake Lincoln?+
Lake Lincoln is stocked with Channel Catfish and Grass Carp in Spencer County, Indiana, most recently on Oct 1, 2023 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Lake Lincoln get stocked?+
Going by 20 records since 1975, stocking at Lake Lincoln peaks in October. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Lake Lincoln?+
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 Lincoln?+
Lake Lincoln is a reservoir in Spencer County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated Oct 1, 2023 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.