Fishing Monroe Lake
AKA: Lake Monroe
Most Popular Fish Species In Monroe Lake, IN
Largemouth Bass Fishing
Largemouth bass are thriving in Monroe Lake due to excellent cover and plenty of baitfish. Fishing for bass is good anytime they are shallow, in spring, mornings in summer and during warmer fall days. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap, and around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In deeper water, big worms, jigs and spoons are three good weapons. In winter, spend your time on deeper structure.
Channel Catfish Fishing
A healthy population of channel cats now populates these waters and can be found all around the lake. Fish for catfish around any kind of structure in the area. Road beds, creek channels and rocky points are all good places to begin.
White Crappie
Fat white crappie reside in Monroe Lake, as they too are making a nice comeback this year. The fish population is healthy and crappie fishing is excellent. Crappie always like cover and structure, so locate shallow brush and vegetation in spring and fall focusing on the 8 to 12 foot range. As the crappie move deep in summer and winter, follow points out to as deep as 30 to 35 feet, as well as ledges near channels at these depths.
Lake Monroe Fishing Video
Fish species to fish for...
Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, white crappie, walleye and bluegill at Monroe Lake in Indiana.
The largest lake wholly within the state of Indiana, Monroe Lake boasts 3,100 surface acre feet with several popular species of fish residing there. In the past the lake was known as the Dead Sea, due to poor fishing and limited fish populations. In recent years the lake has made a resurgence with considerably better fishing. The lake has a healthy population of crappie and is known for lunker bass and big catfish. Check out fishing reports for popular species at this lake.
Primary fish species residing in Lake Monroe
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Monroe 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
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Fishing Boat Rentals
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Lake Monroe Village Campground - 812 824-8097
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Bloomington - 812 824-3322
Paynetown Campground - 812 837-9546
Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Lake Monroe Boat Rental
4855 S State Road 446
Bloomington, IN 47401
812 837-9909
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Crappie, bass and catfish fishing in central IN.
