Montgomery County · reservoir · 337 acres
Lake Waveland
Stocked 43× since 1970 · Indiana DNR
Lake Waveland is a reservoir in Montgomery County, Indiana, stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass — most recently on Mar 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
84°
61°
6 mph
0%
Fri
Drizzle
86°
66°
12 mph
17%
Sat
Showers
81°
66°
15 mph
86%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Mar 1 | Channel Catfish | 4,846 | 4" | |
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,130 | 8.1" | |
| — 2018 — | ||||
| Mar 1 | Largemouth Bass | 1,336 | 3.72" | |
| Mar 1 | Muskellunge | 45 | 9.73" | |
| — 2017 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,130 | 9" | |
| Mar 1 | Largemouth Bass | 9,016 | 4.15" | |
| — 2016 — | ||||
| Mar 1 | Largemouth Bass | 22,507 | 3.08" | |
| — 2015 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,130 | 9.7" | |
| — 2013 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,130 | 9.4" | |
| — 2012 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Muskellunge | 1,775 | 8.52" | |
| — 2011 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,400 | 8.5" | |
| Apr 1 | Largemouth Bass | 697 | 6.61" | |
| — 2010 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Muskellunge | 1,790 | 10.1" | |
| — 2009 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,953 | 8.71" | |
| Oct 1 | Muskellunge | 1,238 | 8.32" | |
| — 2008 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Muskellunge | 1,790 | 8" | |
| — 2007 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Largemouth Bass | 27,097 | 3.93" | |
| Oct 1 | Black Crappie | 12,472 | 2.36" | |
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,400 | 8.5" | |
| Oct 1 | Muskellunge | 358 | 8.2" | |
| — 2006 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Muskellunge | 1,791 | 9.7" | |
| Nov 1 | Largemouth Bass | 7,500 | 3.6" | |
| — 2005 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Largemouth Bass | 17,900 | 4.68" | |
| Nov 1 | Muskellunge | 1,790 | 9" | |
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,400 | 8.5" | |
| — 2004 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Muskellunge | 1,790 | 9.09" | |
| — 2003 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Redear Sunfish | 90,316 | 1.01" | |
| Nov 1 | Bluegill | 188,593 | 0.97" | |
| Oct 1 | Black Crappie | 71,942 | 1.32" | |
| Mar 1 | Largemouth Bass | 689 | ||
| — 2002 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Redear Sunfish | 131,920 | 0.98" | |
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 7,199 | 8.9" | |
| Nov 1 | Largemouth Bass | 46,817 | 4.34" | |
| — 1995 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,400 | 8.66" | |
| — 1992 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,580 | 8.1" | |
| — 1989 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,580 | 8.11" | |
| — 1983 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,580 | ||
| — 1977 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 5,400 | ||
| — 1975 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Largemouth Bass | 39,716 | 3.96" | |
| — 1970 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Black Crappie | 760 | 5" | |
| Nov 1 | Bluegill | 5,950 | 2.5" | |
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,045 | ||
| Nov 1 | Redear Sunfish | 3,153 | 2.46" | |
When does Lake Waveland get stocked?
Going by 43 records since 1970, stocking here peaks in October and November.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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All Indiana waters with black crappie → · All Indiana waters with bluegill →
Nearby waters
- Old Shoe Branch0.5 mi
- Spencer Branch0.5 mi
- Demeree Creek1.3 mi
- C Moore Lake1.5 mi
- Shades Pond3.0 mi
- Maxwell Branch2.9 mi
- Rass Clore Branch3.4 mi
- Big Branch3.4 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 Waveland fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Lake Waveland?+
Lake Waveland is stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass in Montgomery County, Indiana, most recently on Mar 1, 2023 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Lake Waveland get stocked?+
Going by 43 records since 1970, stocking at Lake Waveland 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 Waveland?+
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 Waveland?+
Lake Waveland is a reservoir in Montgomery County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated Mar 1, 2023 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.