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Michigan City, IN Fishing Trip — May

Your Michigan City, IN Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 64°F / Low 49°F2.9" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Chinook SalmonExcellent
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various

May Weather in Michigan City

64°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
2.9"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

6 Guides Matched

Tightline Charters - Tightline Charters
Tightline Charters

Tightline Charters

5(18)Top Rated

Tightline fishing Charter is located in Michigan City, Indiana. We offer many different trip options such as fishing charters and cruises.

Michigan City, Indiana
Spontaneous Fishing Charters LLC - Spontaneous Fishing Charters LLC
Spontaneous Fishing Charters LLC

Spontaneous Fishing Charters LLC

4.8(21)Top Rated

Lake Michigan’s premiere offshore salmon charter aboard Spontaneous, a 40’ Chris Craft Sport fishing Yacht. Home port of Michigan City, IN

Salmon
Michigan City, Indiana
Fire Drill Charters - Great Lakes Fishing Adventures - Fire Drill Charters - Great Lakes Fishing Adventures
Fire Drill Charters - Great Lakes Fishing Adventures

Fire Drill Charters - Great Lakes Fishing Adventures

5(14)Top Rated

Lake Michigan is home to offshore fishing without heading to the ocean; our game fish include Coho, Kings, Steelhead, Lake Trout and Brown Trout.

Brown TroutLake TroutSpeckled Trout
Michigan City, Indiana
Cloud Nine Fishing Charter - Cloud Nine Fishing Charter
Cloud Nine Fishing Charter

Cloud Nine Fishing Charter

4.7(14)Top Rated
Michigan City, Indiana
Just 1 More Lake Michigan Charter Fishing - Just 1 More Lake Michigan Charter Fishing
Just 1 More Lake Michigan Charter Fishing

Just 1 More Lake Michigan Charter Fishing

5(9)Top Rated
freshwater
Michigan City, Indiana
Colorblind Charters - Colorblind Charters
Colorblind Charters

Colorblind Charters

Michigan City, Indiana

inshore
Michigan City, Indiana
$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's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Coho Salmon

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Steelhead

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Northern Pike

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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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.

Buy License Online — Indiana

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.

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.

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.

Chinook Salmon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day (only 3 can be Chinook Salmon)
Size Limit:No size limit

Possession limit is twice the daily bag limit. Some areas may have specific restrictions.

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