Bicentennial Nature Area Ponds
Natural Lake · Tippecanoe County, Indiana
Bicentennial Nature Area Ponds is a fishing destination in Tippecanoe County, in the heart of central Indiana. The nearest city is Lafayette. Walleye anglers will find productive fishing here. The lake supports 8 documented species including Walleye, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, and more. The Indiana DNR bathymetric map reveals bottom contours, depth changes, and underwater structure — last surveyed in 2017. Spring and fall offer the best fishing, with bass and crappie active from April through June and again in September and October. Check local regulations before heading out, and review the Tippecanoe County page for additional fishing spots nearby.
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 12 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Big Fish-N-Campground
Lafayette, IN
★ 4.1Geneo's Hunting And Fishing
Lafayette, IN
★ 4.6Soremouth Tackle
Kokomo, IN
★ 4.7Twin Lakes Fish & Game
Monticello, IN
★ 4.8Beautiful Bud's Sports & Bait - South Blvd. Sports
Crawfordsville, IN
★ 4.6Breezy Hill Bait & Tackle
Monticello, IN
★ 4.7Dale Hardy Supplies
Logansport, IN
★ 4.7Doyle’s Bait & Tackle
Lebanon, IN
★ 4.9Nearby Marinas
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Bicentennial Nature Area Ponds. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Bicentennial Nature Area Ponds
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Plan Your Trip to Bicentennial Nature Area Ponds
- Weather forecast for Bicentennial Nature Area Ponds — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 40.4499°N, 86.8730°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.