Brookville Lake
Brookville Lake
- Boat Ramps
- 8
- Access Points
- 10
- Species
- 18
Nestled in the scenic landscape of Indiana, Brookville Lake stands as a premier fishing destination spanning 5,260 acres of pristine waters. This expansive reservoir offers anglers a diverse aquatic ecosystem surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills. Known for its tranquil setting and abundant fish populations, Brookville Lake provides year-round fishing opportunities for both novice and experienced anglers alike, with the peak fishing season running from late spring through early fall.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Brookville Lake and what's needed to catch them.
Find which waters have the species you want to catch
Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides
Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
Muskellunge
Esox masquinongy
Walleye
Sander vitreus
Black Crappie
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Blue Catfish
Ictalurus furcatus
Bluegill Sunfish
Lepomis macrochirus
Channel Catfish
Ictalurus punctatus
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Flathead Catfish
Pylodictis olivaris
Northern Hogsucker
Hypentelium nigricans
Rock Bass
Ambloplites rupestris
Smallmouth Redhorse
Moxostoma breviceps
Striped Bass
Morone saxatilis
White Crappie
Pomoxis annularis
White Sucker
Catostomus commersonii
Fish stocking schedule
Latest 5 stockings
- Walleye10,520,950 fish · 0.2 in2026
- Walleye10,520,950 fish · 0.2 in2025
- Muskellunge8,884 fish · 9.3 in2025
- Walleye10,520,950 fish · 0.2 in2024
- Striped Bass46,677 fish · 1.5 in2024
Source
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Updated Nov 13, 2026. Sizes are the length the agency reports. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.
Open stocking page, opens in new tabFishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Brookville Lake. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Brookville Lake
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Indiana licenses and regulations
Indiana Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Indiana Fishing License
Non-resident youth age 17 or younger are exempt from a fishing license, state migratory waterfowl stamp, and gamebird habitat stamp.
Indiana Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Indiana Stream Access Laws
Public recreation and boating are allowed on all navigable, state-owned waters/riverbeds. That determination, however, can be difficult to ascertain. We recommend consulting a stream roster on indiana.gov
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- Fairfield Boat Ramp
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- Brookville Lake Boat Ramp
- Brookville Lake Boat Ramp
- Dunlapsville Boat Ramp
- Hanna Creek Boat Ramp
- Fairfield Marina Boat Ramp
- Silver Creek Boat Ramp
- Brookville Reservoir Dunlapsville Public Fishing Area
- Mounds Beach Road Fishing Pier
- Brookville Lake Bridge
- Brookville Lake Bridge
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