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Northern pike

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Black crappie

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General info

Donnell Ditch is a canal located in DeKalb County, Indiana, United States. It is most popular for fishing Northern pike and Black crappie.

Location

41°25′54.2″N 84°56′9.7″W
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When are Northern Pike biting on Donnell Ditch?

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Fishing regulations at Donnell Ditch, 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Northern pike

Northern pike

Regulation boundaryIndiana State Waters
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size24" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Memorable / trophy limits1 > 30

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

Additional information
No more than one northern pike 30-inches or longer. Exceptions: At Hamilton Lake (Steuben County): bag limit = no more than 6 fish per day; At Hamilton Lake (Steuben County): no minimum size limit with no more than 1 northern pike more than 30-inches long
Synonyms
Esox lucius
Season open: year-round
Black crappie

Black crappie

Regulation boundaryIndiana State Waters
Bag limit25

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit25

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Additional information
No bag limit. No size limit. No closed season.Exceptions: On Fidler Pond in Elkhart County a person cannot take more than: 15 of any combination of bluegill, redear sunfish, and crappie per dayOn Failing Lake (also known as Gentian Lake) in Steuben County a person cannot take more than: 15 of any combination of bluegill, redear sunfish, and crappie per dayOn Flat Fork Creek Park ponds A and B in Hamilton County, a person cannot take more than: 15 of any combination of bluegill, redear sunfish, and crappie per dayAt Dogwood Lake (Davies County) and Hardy Lake (Scott County): 9-inch minimum size
Edibility
Excellent! Catch, Clean, Cook Black Crappie aka Speckled Perch
Synonyms
Calico bass, Pomoxis nigromaculatus, Speckled Perch
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FAQ about Donnell Ditch fishing

📍 Where is Donnell Ditch located?
Donnell Ditch is a canal located in DeKalb County, Indiana, United States. Its coordinates are:
41°25′54.2″N 84°56′9.7″W
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🎣 Where on Donnell Ditch is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Donnell Ditch by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Donnell Ditch?
The most common species in Donnell Ditch are:
📢 What are the latest Donnell Ditch fishing reports?
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🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Donnell Ditch?

Fishing in Indiana requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term, available online and at licensed vendors.

In Indiana, no fishing license is required for anglers under 18. Residents 64 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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