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Fishing in Indiana

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Top fishing waters in Indiana

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Wolf Lake

Indiana, United States

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White River

Indiana, United States

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Lake Monroe

Indiana, United States

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Hudson Lake

Indiana, United States

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Deep River

Indiana, United States

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Prairie Creek Reservoir

Indiana, United States

4.5
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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

Bass
Bass
Sunfish
Sunfish
Catfish
Catfish
Crappie
Crappie
Carp
Carp
Rock bass
Rock bass
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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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White bass

Ohio River (IN)

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Yellow bullhead

Windwood Pond

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Largemouth bass

Lake Maxinkuckee

18 in · 3 lb

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American gizzard shad

Patoka Lake

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Channel catfish

Portage-Burns Waterway

32 in · 12 lb

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Smallmouth bass

White Lick Creek

17 in · 2 lb

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Common carp

Blackbird Farms Apartments

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Largemouth bass

Big Maple Lake

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Largemouth bass

Stocked Fishing Lake (Oak Ridge Prairie County Park)

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Freshwater drum

Portage-Burns Waterway

17 in · 3 lb

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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.

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FAQ about Indiana fishing

Fishing regulations in Indiana, United States vary by location, species, and season. Rules may include size limits, bag limits, licensing requirements, and protected areas. Because regulations are managed locally and can change throughout the year, it's important to check the latest official guidance before fishing.

To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the to explore local rules, discover popular waters, and see what other anglers are catching across United States.
Some of the most popular species anglers target in Indiana, United States include Black crappie, Channel catfish, and White crappie. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across United States.
Some of the most popular fishing spots in Indiana, United States include Wolf Lake, White River, and Lake Monroe. Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in United States, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
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Cities in Indiana
IndianapolisFort WayneSouth BendEvansvilleLafayetteElkhartBloomingtonCarmelFishersTerre HauteMuncieAndersonKokomoHammondGaryMichigan CityNoblesvilleColumbusGreenwoodWest Lafayette
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