Union County · reservoir · 170 acres
Whitewater Lake
Stocked 30× since 1974 · Indiana DNR
Whitewater Lake is a reservoir in Union County, Indiana, stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass — 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
Mostly clear
82°
57°
5 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
87°
64°
9 mph
7%
Sat
Storms
79°
69°
18 mph
80%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,987 | 8.4" | |
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 1,000 | 9.3" | |
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,342 | 8.9" | |
| — 2019 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,928 | 8.3" | |
| — 2017 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,928 | 8.2" | |
| — 2015 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,928 | 9.2" | |
| — 2013 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 2,928 | 9.4" | |
| — 2011 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,330 | 11.43" | |
| — 2009 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,334 | 8.5" | |
| — 2005 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,406 | 9.4" | |
| — 2003 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,323 | 8.73" | |
| — 2002 — | ||||
| Dec 1 | Redear Sunfish | 56,710 | 1.15" | |
| Oct 1 | Black Crappie | 21,539 | 2.04" | |
| Apr 1 | Largemouth Bass | 220 | 11.55" | |
| Mar 1 | Channel Catfish | 15,456 | 3.6" | |
| — 2001 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Bluegill | 150,000 | 0.84" | |
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 9,970 | 8.3" | |
| Nov 1 | Largemouth Bass | 30,000 | 4.33" | |
| — 1996 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,317 | 8.39" | |
| — 1994 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,323 | 8" | |
| — 1991 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 4,975 | 8.2" | |
| — 1988 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 4,975 | 8.2" | |
| — 1987 — | ||||
| Dec 1 | Largemouth Bass | 1,990 | 7.18" | |
| — 1984 — | ||||
| Nov 1 | Channel Catfish | 5,115 | ||
| — 1980 — | ||||
| Sep 1 | Channel Catfish | 3,952 | 9.99" | |
| — 1976 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Channel Catfish | 9,355 | 5.5" | |
| — 1974 — | ||||
| Dec 1 | Bluegill | 108,000 | 0.8" | |
| Dec 1 | Redear Sunfish | 23,300 | 1.2" | |
| Nov 1 | Smallmouth Bass | 3,000 | ||
| Oct 1 | Rock Bass | 10,000 | ||
When does Whitewater Lake get stocked?
Going by 30 records since 1974, stocking here peaks in October.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Silver Creek1.0 mi
- Richland Creek2.3 mi
- Salem Branch2.3 mi
- Turkey Creek2.9 mi
- Dubois Creek4.0 mi
- Simpson Creek4.3 mi
- Hanna Creek4.4 mi
- Ellys Creek4.3 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.
Whitewater Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Whitewater Lake?+
Whitewater Lake is stocked with Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass in Union County, Indiana, most recently on Oct 1, 2023 by Indiana DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Whitewater Lake get stocked?+
Going by 30 records since 1974, stocking at Whitewater Lake peaks in October. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Whitewater 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 Whitewater Lake?+
Whitewater Lake is a reservoir in Union 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.