How deep is Mcclish Lake?

Mcclish Lake reaches a maximum depth of 50 feet, according to the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 5 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.

Where is the deepest part of Mcclish Lake?

The deepest surveyed water on Mcclish Lake sits toward the southwestern corner of the lake, inside the 50 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.

How accurate is this Mcclish Lake depth map?

The contours come from the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry survey. Depths change over time with water levels and sediment, so treat this map as a planning guide for fishing, and never use it for navigation. Per Indiana DNR, the data are graphical representations for reference only, not a survey instrument.

Indiana lake depth maps

Mcclish Lake depth map

Mcclish Lake in STEUBEN County, Indiana reaches a depth of 50 feet. The official Indiana survey maps 5 depth bands across 6 contour lines. This free map of Mcclish Lake shows every surveyed contour as an interactive depth chart you can use to plan a session before you travel.

Mcclish Lake depth chart: 5 depth bands to 50 ft

Data: Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry (credit: Indiana DNR), retrieved August 2026 · depths change over time · not for navigation

Mcclish Lake depth chart data
Depth contour	Share of mapped area inside it
10 ft	about 100%
20 ft	about 88%
30 ft	about 66%
40 ft	about 45%
50 ft	about 30%

Share of the surveyed surface area enclosed by each depth contour, computed from the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry data.

How to fish Mcclish Lake: mid-depth structure water

With 50 feet at its deepest, the fish-holding structure is the mid-depth contour: drop-offs, points and inside turns between the shallows and the basin. Use the 5 mapped depth bands to find where contour lines pinch together, which marks the sharpest breaks, and work those edges first, especially early season and again in the fall as fish follow bait between depths.

Ice fishing on Mcclish Lake

Mcclish Lake is a classic ice-fishing depth: enough water to hold fish all winter without the long freeze-up of a deep basin. Start on the deepest mapped hole at first light, then work the breaks where contour lines tighten. Mid-depth flats near the basin edge produce through midday. Always verify ice thickness locally before walking out.

Mcclish Lake depth map FAQs

How deep is Mcclish Lake?: Mcclish Lake reaches a maximum depth of 50 feet, according to the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 5 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.
Where is the deepest part of Mcclish Lake?: The deepest surveyed water on Mcclish Lake sits toward the southwestern corner of the lake, inside the 50 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.
How accurate is this Mcclish Lake depth map?: The contours come from the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry survey. Depths change over time with water levels and sediment, so treat this map as a planning guide for fishing, and never use it for navigation. Per Indiana DNR, the data are graphical representations for reference only, not a survey instrument.

Depth maps for lakes near Mcclish Lake

Lake of the Woods depth map · 80 ft max · 1 mi away
Story Lake depth map · 25 ft max · 3 mi away
Cree Lake depth map · 26 ft max · 5 mi away
Crooked Lake depth map · 81 ft max · 6 mi away
Appleman Lake depth map · 25 ft max · 6 mi away

Mapped fishing venues near Mcclish Lake

Mcclish Lake in the venue directory covers access and fishing details for this water.

Lake of the Woods · 1 mi away
Story Lake · 3 mi away
Cree Lake · 5 mi away

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