Starve Hollow
Natural Lake · Jackson County, Indiana
Starve Hollow covers 126 acres in Jackson County, in the forested hills of southern Indiana. The nearest city is Brownstown. The lake supports 5 documented species including Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Black Crappie, and more. The Indiana DNR bathymetric map reveals bottom contours, depth changes, and underwater structure — last surveyed in 2015. The longer growing season means earlier spring fishing — bass move shallow by mid-March, and fall patterns extend into November. 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 12 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Bailey's Bait & Tackle
Nashville, IN
★ 4.4Bedford Boat & Sportsmen's Clb
Bedford, IN
★ 4.5Bomgaars
Scottsburg, IN
★ 4.4CSL Bait Shack
North Vernon, IN
★ 4.6Elk Creek Fish and Game Area
IN 47167, IN
★ 4.6Elk Creek Public Fishing Area
IN 47167, IN
★ 4.3Grouse Ridge Public Fishing Area
Columbus, IN
★ 4.3J & L Sporting Goods LLC
North Vernon, IN
★ 4.6Nearby Marinas
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Starve Hollow. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Plan Your Trip to Starve Hollow
- Weather forecast for Starve Hollow — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 38.8112°N, 86.0797°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.