Guide To Fishing At Cecil M Harden Lake

AKA: Racoon Lake

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, bluegill, white bass, striped bass and muskie at Cecil M Harden Lake in Indiana.

Located in the Raccoon State Recreation Area, Cecil M Harden Lake covers 2,100 acres offering excellent fishing, boating and other water sport options. If you enjoy fishing from shore, there are over 35 miles of shoreline to explore in search of your favorite fish. The lake is home to several bass tournaments each year with better than average catches. Also, during the season, rainbow trout fishing is available in the tailwater area.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Rental Boats
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Primary fish species residing in Lake Cecil M Harden

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Cecil M Harden Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Fishing Boat Rentals

Raccoon Lake Boat Rental
Rentals: Pontoon boats and ski boats
765 344-1989

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Hollandsburg Boat Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Hollandsburg Boat Ramp Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Portland Mills Boat Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, at the east end of the Highway 211 Bridge, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

Click here for a Indiana Fishing License.