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Elkhart River

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Indiana, United States

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Walleye

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Northern pike

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Rock bass

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Largemouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

Elkhart River is a stream located in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States. It is also intersecting with Noble County, Indiana. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Northern pike, and Largemouth bass.

Location

41°34′23.7″N 85°50′18.8″W
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Fishing regulations at Elkhart River, IN

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 Elkhart River fishing

the Elkhart River is a stream located in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States. It is also intersecting with Noble County, Indiana. Its coordinates are:
41°34′23.7″N 85°50′18.8″W
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The most common species in the Elkhart River are:
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