Cedar

Natural Lake · Lake County, Indiana

1 Depth Map

Cedar is a 797-acre fishing destination in Lake County, in the natural lake region of northern Indiana. The nearest city is Crown Point. The walleye fishery draws anglers from across the state. The lake supports 8 documented species including Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, and more. The Indiana DNR bathymetric map reveals bottom contours, depth changes, and underwater structure — last surveyed in 2018. Ice fishing is popular in winter months, while open-water season peaks from May through October. Check local regulations before heading out, and review the Lake County page for additional fishing spots nearby.

797

Acres

8

Fish Species

36

Local Guides

Depth Maps

Bathymetric maps from the Indiana DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife. These maps show depth contours, vegetation, and bottom structure.

Cedar Lake Bathymetry Map

July 2018

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Map & Directions

Showing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.

Nearby Bait & Tackle

Nearby Marinas

Doyne's Marine Inc

Portage, IN

★ 4.4

East Chicago Marina

East Chicago, IN

★ 4.4

Griffith's Wawasee Marina

Syracuse, IN

★ 4.7

Hammond Marina

Hammond, IN

★ 4.3

Miller's Marine

Portage, IN

★ 4.6

North Point Marina

Cedar Lake, IN

★ 3.9

Fish Species

Species known to inhabit Cedar. Click any species for a full fishing guide.

Largemouth Bass Bluegill Channel Catfish Black Crappie Redear Sunfish Walleye Northern Pike Yellow Perch

Fishing Guides Near Cedar

FinFire Fishing

Brad Kreighbaum

DNR Licensed Charter Captain

(219) 898-3602

Sportsmen Charters

DNR Licensed Charter Captain

(231) 206-2820

Spoonfed Charters

DNR Licensed Charter Captain

(765) 592-5484

Fin Addict Charter Fishing

DNR Licensed Charter Captain

(219) 331-5377

Fisher of Men Salmon Charters

David Joseph Torma

DNR Licensed Charter Captain

(574) 386-2372

David Stackhouse

DNR Licensed Charter Captain

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Other Lakes in Lake County

Fancher

Lake Michigan (Indiana)

Robinson

Rosser Park Pond

Plan Your Trip to Cedar

Weather forecast for Cedar — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
GPS: 41.3648°N, 87.4411°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.