Michigan City, IN Fishing Trip — March
Your Michigan City, IN Fishing Trip
March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 52°F / Low 35°F5" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in March
8 species
GoodSteelhead
Various
GoodNorthern Pike
Various
GoodLake Trout
Various
GoodWalleye
Various
GoodPerch
Jigging · Live Bait
FairCoho Salmon
Various
FairSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
FairChinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
March Weather in Michigan City
52°F
Avg High
35°F
Avg Low
5"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
6 Guides Matched
$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.
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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 / inshore Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- Light rain jacket
Indiana Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$17
Non-Resident$35
Requirements
Required for ages 18+. Trout/salmon stamp required for designated waters.
Species Regulations
Steelhead
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Steelhead regulations apply to Lake Michigan and its tributaries. The bag limit may contain no more than 1 fish over 28 inches.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.
Lake Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Lake trout regulations apply to Lake Michigan and its tributaries.
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.