Fishing Charters in Indiana
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Sack Caddy
Vallonia, Indiana
The Industry's only weigh-in bag fill system!
Colorblind Charters
Michigan City, Indiana
Captain Q Charters
Monticello, Indiana
Multi-Species Trips Available My goal for your trip is to provide a fun day on the water that improves your knowledge of fishing. What we fish for is up to you! We can spend the whole day targeting one species or we can just go fishing. Multi-species trips provide the most action. Polar Kraft Frontier…
Brother Nature Fishing Adventures
East Chicago, Indiana
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Spoonfed Charters
Spoonfed Charters. Booking with Spoonfed Charters ensures that you have a fantastic fishing adventure. Aboard Captain Brents 33' Searay Amberjack with a 14' beam, providing fisherman plenty of space to fight Lake Michigan fish. Fishing the beautiful southern end of Lake Michigan. Leaving out Portage Indiana. This salmon fishing boat is fully equipped with professional quality gear to provide you a
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Service 1 Marine
Service 1 Marine - Family-owned and operated and located in Laporte, IN, we have a variety of watersports products that is second to none.
On Point Guide Service
Ripple Guide Service
Two Forks Guide Service
Full day guided trips are $450 with lunch. Minimum of 8 hours on the water. Rates are the same with 1 or 2 anglers.
Best Time to Catch Crappie
Crappie can be caught year-round in La Porte. Right now in May, activity is Excellent.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Crappie
If you're looking for some slab-sized crappie action in Northwest Indiana, La Porte offers some surprisingly good opportunities. Stone Lake and Pine Lake are the main draws, both connected and offering diverse structure from shallow weedy bays to deeper, cooler waters. Spring is prime time, as the crappie move into the shallows to spawn. Look for them around submerged brush, docks, and weed edges in 4-8 feet of water. Small jigs tipped with minnows or tubes are the standard approach. Fall can also be productive as the fish school up before winter. A local tip: Stone Lake tends to clear up faster after rain, so if Pine Lake is murky, give Stone a shot. You can access Stone Lake from Soldiers Memorial Park, which has a good boat launch. The crappie in these lakes tend to run a decent size, with some pushing over 12 inches. Be aware of local regulations regarding size and bag limits, as they can change seasonally.
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How to Catch Crappie
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Crappie Fishing Regulations in Indiana
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
25 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Indiana state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the bag limit for crappie in Indiana?
You can keep up to 25 crappie per day in Indiana. This generous limit makes crappie a popular target for anglers.
Is there a size limit for crappie in Indiana?
No, there is no minimum size limit for crappie in Indiana. You can keep any crappie you catch, as long as you stay within the bag limit.
What's the best bait to catch crappie around La Porte?
Crappie in the La Porte area often respond well to live minnows and small jigs. Try fishing near submerged structure like brush piles or docks.
Do I need a license to fish for crappie in La Porte, Indiana?
Yes, you need a valid Indiana freshwater fishing license to fish for crappie. Be sure to have it with you while fishing.
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