Pleasant Lake is located in Steuben County, Indiana, and is known for its great fishing opportunities. Some of the most popular fish species caught in the lake include bluegill, crappie, largemouth bass, and northern pike. The area also offers plenty of nearby activities, such as hiking, camping, and boating. For the best fishing experience, it's recommended to visit during the spring or fall months when the weather is cooler. The average temperature during these times ranges from 50-70°F. Fishing tips include using live bait, casting near weed beds or drop-offs, and using a slow retrieve.

Featured Fish - Black Crappie

It is an abundant species and is important both commercially and as a sport fish. Black crappies are easily caught, often as fast as the hook can be rebaited. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: Though they show a definite family resemblance, they are distinctive enough that they shouldn’t be confused with any other species. The black crappie and the white crappie are most often confused with each other. Despite their common names, both species are the same color (dark olive or black dorsally with silvery sides) and both have spots on the sides. However, the pattern of the spotting is distinctly different. In the black crappie the spots are more or less irregular and scattered while in the white crappie the spots may be more vague and are clearly arranged into 7-9 vertical bars on the sides. Another distinction; the black crappie has 7-8 dorsal spines while the white crappie has only 6, the same number as in its anal fin. In body shape the black crappie’s is somewhat deeper than the white crappie.