patoka lake fishing report

Patoka Lake Camping Fishing and Other Information

April 6th, 2012 | Author: jeffmitchell

patoka lake

Patoka Lake is Indiana’s 2nd largest manmade
reservoir consisting of over 26,000 acres of land and water. The lake in and of itself is almost 9,000
acres.

Built by the Army Corp of Engineers Patoka Lake for flood control in the late 1970’s it became open up to
the public in 1980. The lake is fed by several smaller water sources
including Allen Creek, Paint Creek, and Ritter Creek.

Although the lake is not ran by the Indiana Department of
Natural Resources, they still have an office right outside lake and patrol the
area to ensure a quality experience.

With yearly visits hitting 650,000 visitors the secret is out that
Patoka Lake is a great place to spend some time with your family.

Camping At Patoka Lake

Camping at Patoka Lake is seriously a place for anyone who is looking to camp. Whether it is cabins,
R.V’s, tents, lodges, bed and breakfast’s there is definitely a place for every taste. All in all there are over 500
campsites on the property. (455 electric and 45 primitive).

Here is a list of activities available at Patoka Lake:

Camping
Fishing
Hiking
Biking
Hunting
Guide Trips
Sailing
Canoeing/Kayaking
Swimming
Museums
Sightseeing
Playgrounds
Horseback Riding
Boat Rentals
Pontoon Rentals
Wineries
Flea Markets
Picnicking
Water Skiing

Fishing at Patoka Lake

Patoka lake is one of the best lakes in the state for
fishing. Being the second largest lake in the state, the fish have a vast area for growth. With one of the best bass fishing populations in the state, nearly every Indiana game fish is available; bluegill, bass, crappie,
catfish, walleye and carp.

Fishing at Patoka Lake is easy! Tons of places to fish, 10 boat launch ramps and
a couple piers will offer you all that the lake has to offer. If you don’t have a boat, the marina has party
boats, pontoons and fishing boat rentals.

Hiking At Patoka Lake

There are four trails at the lake that range from 30 minute
guided trips from the interpretive center to 5 hours hikes on the main trail
that is a more moderate trail for more advanced hikers and backpackers.

Interpreter-Conducted Walks
Garden Rock Loop Trail 45 Minutes-Moderate

Wildlife Management Demonstration Trail (2 miles) MODERATE