Fishing Charters in Indiana
Browse fishing charters in Indiana that can help you catch crappie.
Sack Caddy
Vallonia, Indiana
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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 St. Joe. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Crappie
Crappie enthusiasts visiting St. Joe, Indiana, will find some decent opportunities in the local lakes and ponds. While the area isn't renowned for crappie fishing, patient anglers can be rewarded. Lake St. Joe and nearby smaller impoundments hold populations of black crappie. Spring is the best time to target them, as they move into shallow water to spawn. Look for brush piles, submerged timber, and docks in 4-8 feet of water. Small jigs tipped with minnows or crappie nibbles are the go-to bait. A local trick is to use a slip bobber rig to present your bait at the correct depth. Many of the smaller ponds are privately owned or have limited access, so be sure to do your research and obtain permission where necessary. The crappie in this region generally run smaller, averaging 8-10 inches, but they are plentiful and can provide for a tasty fish fry. Focus your efforts around structure and be prepared to move around to find the actively feeding fish.
How to Catch Crappie
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Crappie in St. Joe.
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 daily limit for crappie in Indiana?
You can keep up to 25 crappie per day in Indiana. Remember to always check for any local regulations that might differ.
Is there a size restriction 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.
When is the best time to fish for crappie near St. Joe?
Crappie fishing is often best in the spring during the pre-spawn and spawn, as well as in the fall when they are actively feeding. Look for them around structure in shallow water during these times.
What are the best baits to use for crappie in the St. Joe area?
Small jigs, minnows, and crappie nibbles are all excellent choices for catching crappie. Try fishing them under a bobber near submerged structure.
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