| License category License name Fee | Combination Licenses Hunting & Fishing $32 | Youth Consolidated Hunt/Trap 1 $12 | Fishing Annual Fishing $23 | One-day Fishing (includes Trout/Salmon) $10 |
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Where can you fish in Indiana without a license?
- Bodine State Fish Hatchery.
- Cikana State Fish Hatchery.
- Curtis Creek Trout Rearing Station.
- Driftwood State Fish Hatchery.
- East Fork State Fish Hatchery.
- Fawn River State Fish Hatchery.
- Mixsawbah State Fish Hatchery.
Does Indiana have a lifetime fishing license?
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is
no longer selling lifetime licenses
(except the Senior Fish for Life License).
How much is an Indiana fishing license for seniors?
Effective April 1, Indiana residents age 64 and older and born after March 31, 1943, will need either a
$3 annual senior fishing license
(which is lower than any neighboring state's fee), or a one-time $17 Fish for Life senior license when fishing Indiana's public waters.
How long are Indiana fishing license good for?
Indiana residents who were born after March 31, 1943 and are at least 64 years of age are eligible to buy a Senior Annual or Senior Fish for Life License. The Senior Fish for Life License is
valid for the rest of the holder's life
and includes the trout/salmon stamp.
Where can you get a fishing license in Indiana?
Buy an Indiana Hunting or Fishing License
Use the Indiana Fish & Wildlife Online License System
. Customer Service Center hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., call 317-232-4200, Monday through Friday.
How much is a ticket for fishing without a license in Indiana?
Fines are always more than $50 if it is your first violation. For any subsequent violation, the fine is
greater than $50 and less than $500
.
Can you fish year round in Indiana?
From big water to farm ponds,
Indiana has great fishing year-round
. Hoosier anglers have many choices of where to fish these days: huge reservoirs, tiny farm ponds, sprawling natural lakes and mighty rivers.
Is there a size limit on catfish in Indiana?
| Species Daily Bag Limit Minimum Size | Catfish: Channel, Blue, Flathead (in streams) 109 13 inches | Bullhead None None | Lake Whitefish 12 None | Shovelnose Sturgeon None 25 inches |
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What are the free fishing days in Indiana?
The DNR is offering free admission to state parks, recreation areas, forests, and reservoirs on
Saturday and Sunday, June 5 & 6, 2021
, which are also Free Fishing Days. On Free Fishing Days, all Indiana residents can fish the state's public waters without a fishing license or trout/salmon stamp.
At what age in Indiana do you no longer need a fishing license?
A fishing license and trout and salmon stamp are NOT required for individuals under the age of
18 or for Indiana residents who were born before April 1, 1943
. Anglers born before April 1, 1943 should carry their driver's license or other identification verifying their age and residency.
Can I hunt on my own land without a license in Indiana?
Exemptions:
Landowners or lessees of farmland who farm that land and are residents of Indiana are not required to obtain a permit while hunting, fishing, or trapping on the land they own or lease
. A license is also NOT required for the landowner's or lessee's spouse or children living with them.
Do you need a fishing license in Indiana if you are over 65?
In Indiana, senior citizens (age 65 and older) who are residents of the state
don't have to purchase a license to fish in Indiana
nor do they have to purchase a trout/salmon stamp to fish for trout in inland lakes and streams or salmon on Lake Michigan and its tributaries.
When can I buy a 2022 Indiana fishing license?
Many commercial licenses are increasing by larger amounts. These changes will go into effect for the 2022 season, which runs from April 1 through March 31, 2023 — those licenses go on sale on
Wednesday, Jan. 5
.
Do you need a license to hunt squirrel in Indiana?
It is illegal to hunt flying squirrels
, which are protected species in Indiana. They cannot be possessed without a special permit. Gray and fox squirrels can be chased with dogs year-round with a hunting license.
What is the limit on crappie in Indiana?
Many states have crappie regulations such as a reduced bag limit or minimum length limits. Indiana has a
25 fish daily bag limit
but does not have statewide crappie size regulation. However, some lakes in Indiana may benefit from a minimum length limit.
When can you fish in Indiana?
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources announced its four free fishing days for the year. On
May 2, June 5, June 6 and Sept. 25
, Indiana residents can fish public waters without a fishing license or a trout/salmon stamp. All other rules, such as bag and size limits, apply, according to DNR.
What size bass can you keep in Indiana?
The daily bag limit applies to bass
under 12 inches and over 15 inches
. 12- to 15-inch slot size limit (no more than two bass larger than 15 inches):
How do you get your fishing license?
Buying a fishing license is quick, easy and directly contributes toward conservation efforts. In most states,
licenses can be purchased online, by phone or at retail establishments
. Purchase a Fishing License in Your State.
How much is a small game license in Indiana?
| License Category License Type Resident 1 | Hunt (small game) Annual Hunting 2 $17 | Five-Day Hunting 2 na | Deer Deer Hunting 3 $24 4 | Deer License Bundle $65 |
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What license do you need to hunt deer in Indiana?
You need a
Bonus Antlerless license, Deer License Bundle, Lifetime Comprehensive Hunting license, Lifetime Comprehensive Hunting and Fishing license, Resident Youth Hunt/Trap license, or meet a license exemption
.
Is fishing without a Licence a criminal Offence?
NO, a rod licence is more akin to a fishing tax that anglers pay to allow them to use their equipment.
Fishing without permission is a criminal offence under Section 2 of Schedule 1 Theft Act 1968 offence
.
What is the bag limit for squirrels in Indiana?
| 2021-2022 Indiana Hunting Seasons | Squirrel (Gray & Fox) Aug. 15, 2021 – Jan. 31, 2022 5 per day | The possession limit for woodland game (except deer and turkey) is two times the daily bag limit. * Designated counties or portions of counties (formerly Urban Deer Zones) | Upland Game Hunting Dates Limit |
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How much is an Indiana out of state hunting license?
A deer license bundle for out-of-staters will jump from
$295 to $550
, and some commercial license fees will increase by double digits. All licenses, permits, and stamps will increase in price except the annual senior fishing license, priced at $3.
Is noodling illegal in Indiana?
In Indiana, the eastern snapping turtle, the smooth softshell turtle and the spiny softshell turtle are considered game species and can be taken by noodling
(sometimes called fingering). It also is legal to catch those turtles with nets, traps and hooks. All that is required is a hunting or fishing license.
Can you fish at night in Indiana?
Yes, use of lights is allowed.
There are no restrictions on fishing hours
.
What fish can you Bowfish in Indiana?
Bowfishing is becoming increasingly popular in Indiana and is legal all year for
Asian carp, bowfin, buffalo, common carp, gar, shad and suckers
from rivers, streams and lakes or ponds. A fishing license is required.
