Patoka Lake is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, with a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, catfish, and walleye. The lake is regularly stocked to ensure a healthy fish population, making it a popular destination for anglers. Largemouth bass fishing is particularly popular, with many trophy-sized bass being caught. Crappie, bluegill, catfish, and walleye are also abundant, providing opportunities for anglers of all skill levels to enjoy a successful fishing trip.
Whether you prefer bank fishing, fishing off a dock, or fishing by boat, Patoka Lake offers a serene setting to reel in your catch. Fishing boats are available for rent at the lake, and Indiana Fishing Licenses can be purchased at the main park office before entering the park’s pay gate.
For those looking for an ideal home base for a fishing trip to Patoka Lake, The Cove offers a range of rental cabins as well as seasonal or annual RV parking options. Boat storage is also available at The Cove, which is conveniently located on the “quiet side” of the lake near the Little Patoka Boat Ramp. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy a fishing getaway at Patoka Lake. 
With the beautiful weather ahead, we want to remind everyone of 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐅𝐈𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒! On these Free Fishing Days, Indiana residents will not need a fishing license or a trout/salmon stamp to fish the state’s public waters.
2024 FREE FISHING DAYS
May 12 | June 1-2 | September 28
