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Fishing Guides in Indiana

Cast 16 guides across Indiana. Maps, hours, contact info, photos, and verified operator profiles, all in one place.

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Updated October 7, 2026

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Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across the 12 of 16 guides in Indiana with 10 or more Google reviews. A blank cell means we do not have that detail yet.

Guide	City	Fishing	Rating
Boatre Dame Fishing Charters, Michigan City, IN	Michigan City	Salmon & Steelhead, Trout Fishing	5.036 Google reviews
Penrod & Reel Guide Service, Warsaw, IN	Warsaw	Salmon & Steelhead, Walleye Fishing, Trout Fishing +2	5.024 Google reviews
Fowl Hooked Charters, East Chicago, IN	East Chicago	Salmon & Steelhead, Trout Fishing	5.022 Google reviews
Two Forks Guide Service, Noblesville, IN	Noblesville		5.022 Google reviews
Tightline Charters, Michigan City, IN	Michigan City		5.017 Google reviews
MJ'S Sport Fishing Charters LLC, Elkhart, IN	Elkhart	Salmon & Steelhead, Walleye Fishing	5.016 Google reviews
Fire Drill Charters - Great Lakes Fishing Adventures, Michigan City, IN	Michigan City	Salmon & Steelhead, Trout Fishing	5.014 Google reviews
M&M Charters, Portage, IN	Portage	Trout Fishing, Salmon & Steelhead	5.011 Google reviews

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16 guides in Indiana

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Boatre Dame Fishing Charters, Michigan City, IN

Michigan City, IN5.0(36)

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Boatre Dame Fishing Charters is a fishing charter and guide service based in Michigan City, IN. Rated 5.0 by 36 reviews.

Salmon & SteelheadTrout Fishing

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Brother Nature Charter Fishing, Portage, IN

Portage, IN5.0(5)

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Brother Nature Charter Fishing is a fishing charter and guide service based in Portage, IN. Rated 5.0 by 5 reviews.

Salmon & SteelheadTrout Fishing

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Cloud Nine Fishing Charter, Michigan City, IN

Michigan City, IN4.7(14)

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Cloud Nine Fishing Charter is a fishing charter operator based in Michigan City, Indiana. Rated 4.7 by 14 reviews.

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Fire Drill Charters - Great Lakes Fishing Adventures, Michigan City, IN

Michigan City, IN5.0(14)

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Fire Drill Charters - Great Lakes Fishing Adventures is a fishing charter and guide service based in Michigan City, IN. Rated 5.0 by 14 reviews.

Salmon & SteelheadTrout Fishing

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Fishmasterguide, Portage, IN

Portage, IN5.0(4)

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Fishmasterguide is a fishing charter and guide service in Portage, IN. Rated 5.0 by 4 reviews.

Salmon & SteelheadTrout Fishing

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Fowl Hooked Charters, East Chicago, IN

East Chicago, IN5.0(22)

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Fowl Hooked Charters is a fishing charter and guide service in East Chicago, IN. Rated 5.0 by 22 reviews.

Salmon & SteelheadTrout Fishing

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Just 1 More Lake Michigan Charter Fishing, Michigan City, IN

Michigan City, IN5.0(9)

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Just 1 More Lake Michigan Charter Fishing is a fishing charter operator based in Michigan City, Indiana. It operates on Lake Michigan. Rated 5.0 by 9 reviews.

Salmon & Steelhead

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M&M Charters, Portage, IN

Portage, IN5.0(11)

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M&M Charters is a fishing charter and guide service based in Portage, IN. Rated 5.0 by 11 reviews.

Trout FishingSalmon & Steelhead

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MJ'S Sport Fishing Charters LLC, Elkhart, IN

Elkhart, IN5.0(16)

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MJ'S Sport Fishing Charters LLC is a fishing charter and guide service in Elkhart, IN. Rated 5.0 by 16 reviews.

Salmon & SteelheadWalleye Fishing

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Penrod & Reel Guide Service, Warsaw, IN

Warsaw, IN5.0(24)

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Penrod & Reel Guide Service is a fishing charter and guide service based in Warsaw, IN. Rated 5.0 by 24 reviews.

Salmon & SteelheadWalleye Fishing

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Ripple Guide Service, South Bend, IN

South Bend, IN5.0(8)

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Ripple Guide Service is a fishing guide service based in South Bend, Indiana. Rated 5.0 by 8 reviews.

Fly FishingSalmon & Steelhead

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Spontaneous Fishing Charters LLC, Hammond, IN

Hammond, IN4.6(22)

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Spontaneous Fishing Charters LLC is a fishing charter and guide service based in Hammond, IN. Rated 4.6 by 22 reviews.

Salmon & Steelhead

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Tightline Charters, Michigan City, IN

Michigan City, IN5.0(17)

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Tightline Charters is a fishing charter and guide service based in Michigan City, IN. Freshwater trips on Lake Michigan / inland lakes, half-day and full-day.

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Two Forks Guide Service, Noblesville, IN

Noblesville, IN5.0(22)

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Two Forks Guide Service is a fishing charter and guide service based in Noblesville, IN. Rated 5.0 by 22 reviews.

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Webster Lake Guide Service, North Webster, IN

North Webster, IN4.9(36)

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Webster Lake Guide Service is a fishing charter and guide service based in North Webster, IN. Rated 4.9 by 36 reviews.

Musky & Pike

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Wiper Sniper Fishing, Bloomington, IN

Bloomington, IN4.9(18)

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Wiper Sniper Fishing is a fishing charter and guide service based in Bloomington, IN. Freshwater trips on Lake Michigan / inland lakes, half-day and full-day.

Bass Fishing

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Most-booked campgrounds in Indiana

Federal campgrounds in Indiana that Recreation.gov lists for fishing, ranked by how many times they were booked in fiscal 2025.

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About Indiana

Indiana keeps its fishing quiet, which suits the locals fine. The state runs from the deep, cold water of Lake Michigan in the north down through reservoirs and winding rivers in the center and south, and guides work the full length of it. Charter captains troll for trophy salmon and lake trout up top; downstate guides put clients on bass, crappie, walleye, and catfish. There's more water here than the state's reputation suggests, and hiring someone who knows it is the fastest way to find out.

Lake Michigan is the loudest part of the story: charters out of the northern ports run Chinook and Coho salmon, steelhead, and heavy lake trout. But the reservoirs carry their own weight: Patoka Lake, Monroe Lake, and Lake Wawasee have earned their reputations for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and crappie. The rivers round it out: the White River and the Ohio River fish well for catfish, stripers, and panfish, with guided water within reach of Indianapolis, Bloomington, and Evansville.

A local guide changes the math on all of it. Smallmouth in a clear river, walleye jigged off a deep lake, salmon trolled on Lake Michigan: each demands different water knowledge and different technique, and the guide brings both, plus the gear and the safety margin. What you get beyond the fish is the education: why this bank, why this bait, why now. Independent anglers can spend seasons working that out; a good guide hands it over in a day.

When to fish in Indiana

Peak Mar–May

Full season

Quick facts

Fishing spots mapped: 1,485
Rivers mapped: 3,007
Guides listed: 16
Best season: April through October

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Know before you go in Indiana

Confirm current requirements with the agency that sets them before your trip. Rules and fees change every season.

Fishing License
All individuals 18 years of age or older must possess a valid Indiana fishing license to fish in the state's public waters, including when on a guided trip. Non-residents must purchase a non-resident license.
Indiana Fishing Regulations
Anglers must adhere to all state-specific regulations regarding bag limits, size restrictions, and season dates for various species. These rules are in place to ensure sustainable fish populations.
Indiana DNR
Lake Michigan Charter Regulations
Specific regulations apply to charter boats operating on Lake Michigan, including reporting requirements and special permits for operators. Anglers on these charters must still possess a valid Indiana fishing license, plus a trout/salmon stamp to fish for or keep salmon, steelhead, or trout.
Indiana DNR

01Do I need a fishing license for a guided trip in Indiana?

Yes. Every angler 18 and older needs a valid Indiana fishing license, and being on a guided trip doesn't waive it. Licenses are sold online through the Indiana DNR and by licensed vendors, buy yours before the trip.

02What types of fish can I expect to catch with a guide in Indiana?

Inland, the staples are largemouth and smallmouth bass, crappie, bluegill, walleye, and catfish. On Lake Michigan, charters go after Chinook and Coho salmon, lake trout, and steelhead. Region and season determine what's actually biting.

03Is there saltwater guided fishing available in Indiana?

No, Indiana is landlocked. Every guided trip in the state is freshwater: lakes, rivers, streams, and the Indiana waters of Lake Michigan, which is as close to a saltwater experience as the state offers.

04What should I bring on my guided fishing trip in Indiana?

Your license, first. Then weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, medications, snacks, and drinks. The fishing gear itself is the guide's problem, that's part of what you're paying for.

05Are guided fishing trips in Indiana suitable for beginners or families?

Yes, and they're often the best introduction to the sport. Guides teach as they go, handle the safety side, and tune the day to the group's skill level, a first-timer and a veteran can share the same boat and both come away happy.

06What is the best time of year for guided fishing in Indiana?

It depends what you're after. Spring is strong for bass and crappie; fall brings the salmon and steelhead runs up the Lake Michigan tributaries; summer suits warm-water species and the charter fleet. Every season fishes, the target just changes.

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