NORMAN OLSON LAKE

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FISHING • INDIANA

Norman Olson Lake


April 28, 2024

Norman Olson Lake is a 36-acre lake located in LaPorte County, Indiana. The lake is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, with a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities include hiking, biking, and picnicking at the nearby New Durham Township Park. Fishing tips include using live bait and fishing near weed beds and drop-offs. The best time to visit is in the spring and fall when the temperatures range from 50-70 degrees Fahrenheit.



Fish Species
Image Alt Black Crappie
Image Alt Blue Catfish
Image Alt Bluegill
Image Alt Kelp Bass
Image Alt Largemouth Bass

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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

West Jefferson Reservoir

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass

Yellow Creek

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass

Brushy Creek

Blue Catfish • Kelp Bass

Brotherick Branch

Blue Catfish • Kelp Bass

Buckeye Pond

Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass

Fivemile Creek, Jefferson County

Blue Catfish • Kelp Bass

Lewis Smith Lake

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass • Spotted Bass

TVA public land

Sipsey Fork above Smith Lake

Apache Trout • Black Crappie • Bluegill • Kelp Bass

Haleyville City Lake

Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

CENTRAL AVENUE HIGHLAND PARK
Watershed,
LAKE MICHIGAN -- MYERS PARK BOAT RAMP
Lake Michigan Watershed, Wisconsin
ROOT RIVER PATHWAY RACINE
Watershed,
NORTH ROCKWELL STREET 3400, NORTH CENTER
Watershed,
SHEBOYGAN RIVER LAKE MICHIGAN - ACCESS AT KIWANIS PARK RD SHEBOYGAN
Manitowoc-Sheboygan Watershed, Wisconsin
ROOT RIVER PATHWAY RACINE
Watershed,
VOLLRATH PARK
Lake Michigan Watershed, Wisconsin
NORTH BRANCH RED PAVED TRAIL NORTHFIELD
Watershed,
SHEBOYGAN LAKE MICHIGAN - ACCESS NORTH 8TH ST
Manitowoc-Sheboygan Watershed, Wisconsin
NORTH POINT DRIVE , 60096
Watershed,

Rafting & Kayaking

THE HENRYVILLE BRIDGE CROSSING ON COUNTY ROAD 6230 TO BETHEL BRIDGE ON COUNTY ROAD 6174
Buffalo Watershed, Tennessee
CARNES MILL SITE TO 7.65 MILES ABOVE CONFLUECE WITH OHIO RIVER AT CONFLUENCE WITH TURKEY CREEK
Blue-Sinking Watershed, Indiana
CONFLUENCE WITH YELLOW RIVER TO COUNTY ROAD IN SEC 7
Yellow Watershed, Alabama
JUNCTION OF NORTH/SOUTH FORKS OF LOST RIVER TO STATE ROAD 337 BRIDGE, APPROX 4 MILES SOUTHEAST OF ORLEANS, IN
Lower East Fork White Watershed, Indiana
STATE ROAD 56 BRIDGE TO FOREST PURCHASE BOUNDARY AT ROLAND, IN
Lower East Fork White Watershed, Indiana
BETHEL BRIDGE ON COUNTY ROAD 6174 TO CONFLUENCE WITH DUCK RIVER
Buffalo Watershed, Tennessee
STATE ROAD 337 BRIDGE TO STATE ROAD 56 BRIDGE AT PROSPECT, IN
Lower East Fork White Watershed, Indiana
SOUTHERN NF BOUNDARY TO NORTHERN NF BOUNDARY
Cahaba Watershed, Alabama
CITY LIMITS OF ENGLISH, IN TO CARNES MILL SITE IN NE1/4NE1/4 OF SEC 13, T3S, R1W
Blue-Sinking Watershed, Indiana
COUNTY ROAD H-58 (AKA. ADAMS TRAIL/ MUNISING-VAN MEER-SHINGLETON RD.) TO MOUTH AT LAKE SUPERIOR
Betsy-Chocolay Watershed, Michigan

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Long Slide Falls County Park

Wilderness Big Island Lake

Wilderness Rock River Canyon

Presque Isle Park

Wausaukee State Forest

Jackson Harbor Ridges

Miscauno Wildlife Area

Upper Peninsula Experimental Forest

Hiawatha National Forest

Shakey Lakes County Park

                                                                                                                        
                                               
PAUL H. DOUGLAS CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
The Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education in Indiana is a must-visit point of interest for nature enthusiasts and those interested in environmental conservation. Located in the heart of ...
WEST BEACH
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INDIANA DUNES VISITOR CENTER
The Indiana Dunes Visitor Center is a must-visit point of interest for anyone exploring the Indiana Dunes National Park. Located in Porter, Indiana, the center offers visitors a wealth of ...
INLAND MARSH OVERLOOK
The Inland Marsh Overlook, located in Indiana, is a must-visit point of interest for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. This breathtaking overlook offers stunning views of the largest wetland complex ...
BAILLY-CHELLBURG
Welcome to the Bailly-Chellberg point of interest in Indiana National Park. This historic site is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of the area. Bailly-Chellberg is a unique ...
DOROTHY BUELL MEMORIAL
The Dorothy Buell Memorial point of interest, located in Indiana Dunes National Park, is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Named after the renowned environmentalist Dorothy ...

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