West Harrison, IN Fishing Trip — April

Your West Harrison, IN Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 65°F / Low 45°F7.7" rain · 14 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

5 species
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

April Weather in West Harrison

65°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
7.7"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

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

5 Guides Near West Harrison

No guides are based in West Harrison, 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 inshore Fishing

  • 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

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.

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.

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

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