West
Natural Lake · Sullivan County, Indiana
West covers 17 acres in Sullivan County, in the forested hills of southern Indiana. The nearest city is Sullivan. 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 2011. 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 11 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Breezy Hill Bait & Tackle
Monticello, IN
★ 4.7Dead River Bait Co.
Carlisle, IN
★ 3.8Double Hook Bait & Tackle
Versailles, IN
★ 4.7Myers Bait & Fish Inc
Pleasant Lake, IN
★ 4.9Rusted Hook Outfitters
Sullivan, IN
★ 4.4Big Johns Racks N Reels
Loogootee, IN
★ 4.6Bruce's Bait shop
Jasonville, IN
★ 4.7Going, Going, Gone!
Terre Haute, IN
★ 4Nearby Marinas
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit West. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near West
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Plan Your Trip to West
- Weather forecast for West — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 39.1035°N, 87.3899°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.