West Terre Haute, IN Fishing Trip — December

Your West Terre Haute, IN Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 40°F / Low 25°F2.1" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

December Weather in West Terre Haute

40°F
Avg High
25°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

5 Guides Near West Terre Haute

No guides are based in West Terre Haute, 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

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.

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.

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.

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