Beaver Bottom
Natural Lake · Johnson County, Indiana
Beaver Bottom is a fishing destination in Johnson County, in the central Indiana corridor. The nearest city is Franklin. The lake supports 5 documented species including Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Black Crappie, and more. Use the DNR depth map to locate drop-offs, channels, and flats — last surveyed in 2024. Spring and fall offer the best fishing, with bass and crappie active from April through June and again in September and October. Plan your trip with the depth map and local guide listings below.
Depth Maps
Bathymetric maps from the Indiana DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife. These maps show depth contours, vegetation, and bottom structure.
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Going, Going, Gone!
Greenwood, IN
★ 4Adams Outdoors Bait & Tackle!
Beech Grove, IN
★ 4.7Bailey's Bait & Tackle
Nashville, IN
★ 4.4Circle City Fishing
Indianapolis, IN
CSL Bait Shack
North Vernon, IN
★ 4.6Dirty Dozen Hunting & Fishing
Indianapolis, IN
★ 4.8Fall Creek Fishing OUT
Indianapolis, IN
★ 4.3Gary's Dam Bait Shop
Edinburgh, IN
★ 4.5Nearby Marinas
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Beaver Bottom. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Plan Your Trip to Beaver Bottom
- Weather forecast for Beaver Bottom — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 39.3959°N, 86.0364°W — Get Directions
- Check the latest DNR fishing report for current conditions
- Review Indiana fishing regulations for season dates and limits
- An Indiana fishing license is required for ages 18+ — buy online at IN.gov
Data sourced from Indiana DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife. Last verified: March 18, 2026. Learn how we maintain this data.