Plan a Fishing Trip to Hammond, IN

1 guideBest months: April, May, June, September

Plan Your Trip

What's Biting in Hammond Right Now

Smallmouth Bass

Excellentfreshwater

Casting, Fly Fishing, Jigging

Rainbow Trout

GoodVarious

Walleye

GoodVarious

Largemouth Bass

Goodfreshwater

Spinning, Baitcasting, Fly Fishing

Crappie

Goodfreshwater

Jigging, Live Bait Fishing, Casting

What's Biting By Month

Peak

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Top Fishing Guides in Hammond

Captain Ralph Steiger

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Charter Fishing Chicago Illinois and Hammond Indiana with Captain Ralph Steiger Fishing Guide Service for salmon, trout, smallmouth bass and perch in Illinois and Indiana waters of Lake Michigan. Specializing in Lake Michigan charter and guide fishing trips reports between Chicago Illinois and Hammond Indiana.

freshwaterSpeckled TroutSmallmouth Bass

Hammond, Indiana

What to Bring

Check with Hammond guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
Snacks or lunch
Cooler for your catch
Motion sickness medication (if needed)
Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For freshwater Fishing

Bug spray
Rain gear

Indiana Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

In streams, rivers, and Lake Michigan, the minimum size limit is 14 inches. Some bodies of water may have specific regulations; consult the Indiana Fishing Guide.