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Fishing in South Bend, IN

Indiana, United States

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Top fish species in South Bend

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Largemouth bass

Elkhart River

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Smallmouth bass

High Dive Park

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Golden redhorse

High Dive Park

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Largemouth bass

Fidler Pond

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Smallmouth bass

Yellow River

12 in · 2 lb

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Largemouth bass

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Spotted bass

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Spotted bass

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Largemouth bass

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About South Bend fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around South Bend, Indiana. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 7,495 catches for Largemouth bass, 1,773 catches for Smallmouth bass, and 1,143 catches for Northern pike.

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Fishing regulations in South Bend

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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of April 24, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about South Bend fishing

Anglers in South Bend, IN recommend these top fishing spots: Pinhook Lake, Worster Lake, Saint Marys Lake, North Chain Lake, and Baugo Bay.
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