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Fishing in Valparaiso, IN

Indiana, United States

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Top fish species in Valparaiso

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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Yellow perch

North Slip

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Yellow perch

North Slip

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About Valparaiso fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Valparaiso, Indiana. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 13,892 catches for Largemouth bass, 2,185 catches for Bluegill, and 1,294 catches for Channel catfish.

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Fishing regulations in Valparaiso

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 Valparaiso fishing

Anglers in Valparaiso, IN recommend these top fishing spots: Deep River, Lake Michigan (IN), Lake George, Little Calumet River, and Portage-Burns Waterway.
Most commonly caught species around Valparaiso, IN:
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