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Fishing in Chesterton, IN

Indiana, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Chesterton spots deliver

Top fish species in Chesterton

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Bluegill
Bluegill
Channel catfish
Channel catfish
Northern pike
Northern pike
Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass

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Yellow perch

North Slip

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Steelhead

Deep River

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Rainbow trout

Dowling Park

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Largemouth bass

Deep River

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Largemouth bass

Deep River

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North Slip

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North Slip

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Yellow perch

North Slip

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About Chesterton fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Chesterton, Indiana. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 14,001 catches for Largemouth bass, 2,195 catches for Bluegill, and 1,397 catches for Channel catfish.

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Fishing regulations in Chesterton

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Indiana can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Chesterton fishing

Anglers in Chesterton, IN recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Michigan (MI), Lake Michigan (IL), Deep River, Lake Michigan (IN), and Lake George.
Most commonly caught species around Chesterton, IN:
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