Crooked Creek Lake, Indiana: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Out in Brown County, Indiana, sits Crooked Creek Lake. The surroundings are open valley. At 12 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. Nashville at 6.2 miles is the nearest place to stop. The big place round here is Indianapolis, 45 miles distant. A county boundary sits nearby, which can matter for local access rules.

• Where to Fish on Crooked Creek Lake

  No depth figure appears in our records, so the bank has to tell you. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Public occurrence data for Brown County names bluegill, channel catfish, green sunfish and longear sunfish. Records at this level tell you what is in the area. Anyone new to Crooked Creek Lake should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-term averages put July at about 74°F and January near 28°F. Conditions shift steadily rather than sharply. In milder years the edges alone go, and the middle never sets. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Crooked Creek Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access is not recorded for this water. Public data has parking about half a mile from the shore. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Where parking is tight, arriving early solves most problems. If the gate is shut, Somerset Lake at 2.9 miles is the nearest alternative. The position on Crooked Creek Lake is worth confirming on the day.