Bear Lake
NOBLE
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Location | NOBLE, Indiana |
| Nearest city | Fort Wayne, about 26 miles straight-line |
| Depth | 55 ft max depth · 8 charted depth bands, full depth map |
| License | Indiana fishing license required, issued by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) |
Data: GilledIt venue directory, July 2026. Confirm details with the venue or state agency before traveling.
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Bear Lake is a surveyed public lake in NOBLE County, Indiana, reaching 55ft at its deepest surveyed contour: mid-depth structure water with 9 mapped depth bands from the official Indiana DNR survey. Check local access points and Indiana fishing regulations before traveling.
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Depth map for Bear Lake
Bear Lake has a surveyed depth map from official state lake survey data: 8 charted depth bands down to 55 ft, the deepest hole, and notes on fishing the depth profile. View the interactive depth map.
Bear Lake: frequently asked questions
Yes, Bear Lake is a fishing venue in NOBLE. Contact the venue directly to confirm rules and hours.
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) publishes seasons, bag limits, stocking schedules and special regulations for Indiana public waters. Check its website before fishing at venues like Bear Lake. Private venues may set their own additional rules, so confirm with the operator too.
Yes, anglers fishing in Indiana need a valid state fishing license, even on private waters like Bear Lake. Licenses are issued by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR); some states require a separate freshwater/saltwater stamp. Resident, non-resident, and short-term licenses are typically available online. Our Indiana fishing license guide at /us/blog/indiana-fishing-license-guide covers current prices, where to buy, and who is exempt.
Directory data as of July 2026.
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Check the rules, grab your license, and go fishing. Confirm access and hours with the venue or state agency before traveling.
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