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Fishing in Indiana

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About Indiana fishing

Indiana fishing includes bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish in lakes and rivers. Lake Michigan adds salmon and steelhead to the mix, providing both inland and Great Lakes freshwater opportunities for anglers year-round.

Indiana fishing license

Indiana fishing licenses are required for anglers 18+. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term, available online and at licensed vendors.

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Top fish species caught in Indiana

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Biggest catches in Indiana

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State records of caught fish in Indiana

SpeciesWeightChannel catfish37.5 lbsLargemouth bass14.7 lbsSmallmouth bass8.2 lbsBlack crappie4.7 lbsWhite crappie4.7 lbsBluegill3.3 lbs

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Smallmouth bass

White Lick Creek

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Rock bass

White Lick Creek

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Steelhead

Deep River

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Rainbow trout

Dowling Park

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Bluegill

College Park Lake

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Largemouth bass

Deep River

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Largemouth bass

Deep River

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Shorthead redhorse

Tippecanoe River

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Steelhead

Lake Michigan (IN)

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Steelhead

Lake Michigan (IN)

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Fishing regulations in Indiana

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 Indiana fishing

Fishing regulations in Indiana, United States vary by location and species, covering size limits, bag limits, and open seasons. To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the for the latest rules on every fish and body of water.
Anglers in Indiana, United States most often target Bluegill, Largemouth bass, and Smallmouth bass. For more detailed insights, the shows exactly which species are biting in each lake, river, and coastline.
Popular waters in Indiana, United States include Wolf Lake, White River, and Lake Monroe. With the , you can zoom in on any area to discover the best spots and see what other anglers are catching there.