St. John, IN Fishing Trip — February

Your St. John, IN Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 35°F / Low 20°F1" rain · 5 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in February

5 species
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeFair
Northern Pike
Various
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

February Weather in St. John

35°F
Avg High
20°F
Avg Low
1"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

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

17 Guides Near St. John

No guides are based in St. John, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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 / 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.

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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.

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.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:7-inch minimum

Some streams have special regulations; consult the Indiana Fishing Guide.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

In streams, rivers, and Lake Michigan, the bag limit is 5 trout per day with no more than 1 being a brown trout. Some streams are stocked with trout and have special regulations.

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