Claypool, IN Fishing Trip — November

Your Claypool, IN Fishing Trip

November2 peopleFamily Trip
High 48°F / Low 34°F2.1" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in November

Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassFair
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

November Weather in Claypool

48°F
Avg High
34°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

5 Guides Near Claypool

No guides are based in Claypool, but these guides operate nearby.

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide 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 Cost
Resident$17
Non-Resident$35
Requirements

Required for ages 18+. Trout/salmon stamp required for designated waters.

Buy License Online — Indiana

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

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.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

In the Ohio River, the bag limit is 5 walleye, sauger, or hybrids in aggregate. Consult the Indiana Fishing Guide for specific regulations on certain bodies of water.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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