Pike County · reservoir · 90 acres · order 3 river · ~1 cfs typical
Prides Creek Lake
Stocked 30× since 1970 · Indiana DNR
Prides Creek Lake is a reservoir in Pike County, Indiana, stocked with Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Grass Carp and Largemouth Bass — most recently on Oct 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
83°
64°
5 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
85°
67°
10 mph
15%
Sat
Drizzle
83°
67°
15 mph
62%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 940 | 9.09" | |
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 8.6" | |
| — 2020 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 720 | 9.38" | |
| — 2018 — | ||||
| Sep 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 8.06" | |
| — 2016 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 535 | 8.09" | |
| — 2014 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Grass Carp | 200 | 12" | |
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 9.2" | |
| — 2012 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 8.46" | |
| — 2010 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 7.9" | |
| — 2008 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 8.1" | |
| — 2006 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 8.8" | |
| — 2004 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 8.7" | |
| — 2002 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 9.3" | |
| — 2000 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 8.54" | |
| — 1997 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 9.16" | |
| — 1995 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,440 | 8.25" | |
| — 1992 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,250 | 8.74" | |
| — 1989 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,250 | 8.59" | |
| — 1986 — | ||||
| Sep 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,250 | 7.84" | |
| — 1980 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,271 | ||
| — 1977 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,250 | ||
| — 1973 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Largemouth Bass | 2,250 | ||
| — 1972 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 500 | ||
| — 1971 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Bluegill | 75 | 4" | |
| Apr 1 | Largemouth Bass | 1,106 | ||
| Apr 1 | Redear Sunfish | 25 | 5" | |
| — 1970 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Bluegill | 1,530 | 2.5" | |
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 9,000 | ||
| Nov 1 | Largemouth Bass | 3,460 | 4.68" | |
| Nov 1 | Redear Sunfish | 900 | 2.5" | |
When does Prides Creek Lake get stocked?
Going by 30 records since 1970, stocking here peaks in October.
Angler reports
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Nearby waters
- Warner Lake2.3 mi
- Prides Creek2.5 mi
- Lick Creek3.0 mi
- East Fork White River4.3 mistocked Jun 1, 2000
- Mud Creek4.2 mi
- Buckhorn Creek4.3 mi
- Pond Creek5.1 mi
- Brush 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.
Prides Creek Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Prides Creek Lake?+
Prides Creek Lake is stocked with Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Grass Carp and Largemouth Bass in Pike County, Indiana, most recently on Oct 1, 2024 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Prides Creek Lake get stocked?+
Going by 30 records since 1970, stocking at Prides Creek Lake peaks in October. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Prides Creek 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 Prides Creek Lake?+
Prides Creek Lake is a reservoir in Pike County, Indiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Indiana DNR · updated Oct 1, 2024 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.