Fishing in Sullivan County, Indiana

What this local map set contains

The Sullivan County directory currently covers 14 lakes or reservoirs. 5 charts use measured bathymetry from a published source; 9 charts are clearly labeled as modeled. Recorded maximum depths range from 12 to 89 ft, with a median of 39 ft. Those figures describe each chart's deepest recorded or modeled point, not a safe navigation depth.

Species records are attached to 14 of 14 waters. The most frequently cataloged targets are Bluegill (14), Largemouth Bass (13), Channel Catfish (11), Crappie (6) and Common Carp (4). These are coverage counts, not abundance estimates or catch forecasts; open the individual map to see the evidence and seasonal context attached to that water.

Three useful maps to compare first

1. Kickapoo Lake: 39 ft maximum; survey-backed contours; 6 cataloged target species.
2. Shakamak Lake: 21 ft maximum; survey-backed contours; 6 cataloged target species.
3. Reservoir 26: 14 ft maximum; survey-backed contours; 4 cataloged target species.

Start with a survey-backed chart when exact contour shape matters most. Use a modeled chart as broad planning context, then verify depths on the water. Comparing the three examples above also shows whether this area offers one dominant basin type or genuinely different shallow, deep, lake and river options. Access is separate from map coverage: confirm launches, shore rights, closures and posted rules before making the trip.