Fishing near Lafayette, Indiana
Tippecanoe County, population 70,783 (2020 Census).
- 2 milesto nearest lake page
- 6ramps nearby
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Fishing out of Lafayette
70,783 people lived in the city of Lafayette (Tippecanoe County) at the 2020 count. Head southwest about 2 miles to reach Armstrong Park Pond, the closest lake page. Mascouten Park on Wabash River is the closest DNR boat ramp, 3 miles out.
Shore fishing waits at Armstrong Park, roughly 2 miles from town.
Census 2020 population and Gazetteer point for Lafayette; miles are straight lines.
Close lakes for Lafayette anglers
| Lake | Distance | Area | Max depth | Kind | Ramps | Fish the DNR names |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armstrong Park Pond | 2 miles southwest | pond | 0 | bluegill, largemouth bass, redear sunfish | ||
| Munger Park Pond | 2 miles north | pond | 0 | channel catfish, catfish, redear sunfish | ||
| Bicentennial Nature Park Big Pond | 4 miles north | pond | 1 | yellow bass | ||
| Bicentennial Nature Park Little Pond | 4 miles north | pond | 0 | bluegill, largemouth bass | ||
| Prophetstown Fishing Pond | 9 miles north | pond | 0 | sunfish, largemouth bass | ||
| Eller Pond | 19 miles east | pond | 1 | bluegill, redear sunfish, catfish |
Acres are the NHD outline area of the mapped lake (USGS National Hydrography Dataset via IndianaMap), not a DNR survey figure. Depths from DNR Status & Trends surveys with the survey year. Indiana DNR Fishing Access Sites layer (shown on the DNR Where to Fish map; attributes as recorded, blank where not recorded), read November 5, 2026.
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- Little Pine Creek (Tippecanoe and Warren Counties)12 miles, NRC Outstanding River (2013 list)
- South Fork Wildcat Creek14 miles, NRC Outstanding River (2013 list), 1 USGS gauge
River stage around Lafayette
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Wabash River At Lafayette, In | 3,960 cfs, 3.87 ft gage height | Nov 6 9:30 pm |
| Wildcat Creek Near Lafayette, In | 183 cfs, 3.01 ft gage height | Nov 6 9:45 pm |
| South Fork Wildcat Creek Near Lafayette, In | 57 cfs, 2.69 ft gage height | Nov 6 9:15 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 6, 2026 10:33 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
NHD named flowlines, DNR river designations and USGS gauges (live readings); read November 5, 2026.
Mapped ramps and lakes by Lafayette
- Mascouten Park on Wabash RiverWabash River, concrete ramp, lights, no fee recorded, 3 miles
- Bicentennial Nature Park Big PondBicentennial Nature Park Big Pond, gravel ramp, restrooms, no fee recorded, Electric only, 3 miles
- Davis Ferry Park on Wabash RiverWabash River, concrete ramp, no fee recorded, 5 miles
- Fort Ouiatenon boat ramp on Wabash RiverWabash River, boat ramp, restrooms, no fee recorded, 5 miles
- Granville Bridge boat ramp on Wabash RiverWabash River, concrete ramp, no fee recorded, 9 miles
- Wildcat Creek AccessWildcat Creek, boat ramp, no fee recorded, 11 miles
Walk-up fishing by Lafayette
- Armstrong Parkfishing pier, ADA access, restrooms, lights, no fee recorded, 2 miles
- Munger Park Pond Urban Fishing Siteshore access, restrooms, lights, 2 miles
- Munger Park Pond (Munger Park)urban fishing site, 2 miles
- Bicentennial Nature Park Little Pondshore access, restrooms, no fee recorded, Electric only, 4 miles
- Tippecanoe County Park on Wildcat Creekshore access, restrooms, no fee recorded, 4 miles
- Fairfield Park Lake 2shore access, ADA access, restrooms, no fee recorded, Electric only, 5 miles
Indiana DNR Fishing Access Sites layer (shown on the DNR Where to Fish map; attributes as recorded, blank where not recorded), read November 5, 2026.
Supplies and guides around Lafayette
Tackle counters nearest Lafayette
- Dick's Sporting Goods Lafayettesporting goods store, Lafayette, under a mile
- Geneos Hunting Fishing & deer processing live baitbait and tackle shop, Lafayette, 1 mile
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Lafayettesporting goods store, Lafayette, 2 miles
Yellow Pages, chain store and DNR property listings (miles only for shops with an exact point); DNR licensed guide list and tourism bureau charter listings; read November 5, 2026.
Record Fish Program catches by Lafayette
| Species | Weight | Water | County | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Bass | 4 lb. 3 oz. | Lake Freeman | Carroll County | 1965 |
Indiana DNR Indiana Record Fish Program list (keeper: Indiana DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife (Indiana Record Fish Program); angler names left off here), read November 5, 2026. Waters within 40 miles.
Statewide limits near Lafayette
An annual DNR fishing license runs $23 for residents and $60 for nonresidents, under-18s exempt.
| Species | Daily limit | Size limit |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegill | Unlimited | no size limit |
| Redear Sunfish | 25 | no size limit |
| Black Bass: largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass (in lakes) | 5, any combination of largemouth, smallmouth, or spotted bass | 14 inches |
| Black Bass: largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass (in rivers and streams) | 5, any combination of largemouth, smallmouth, or spotted bass | No fish 12 to 15 inches may be kept, and no more than two fish over 15 inches may be kept |
| Black Bass: largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass (in Lake Michigan) | 3, any combination of largemouth, smallmouth, or spotted bass | 14 inches |
| Yellow Bass | Unlimited | no size limit |
| White Bass, Hybrid Striped Bass | 12, any combination of white bass or hybrid striped bass | No more than two fish may exceed 17 inches |
| Striped Bass | 2 | no size limit |
| Rock Bass | 25 | no size limit |
| Crappie | 25 | no size limit |
| Walleye, Walleye-Sauger Hybrid (Saugeye), Sauger | 6, any combination of walleye, walleye-sauger hybrid, and sauger | For walleye: 14 inches south of SR 26; 16 inches north of SR 26 For sauger and saugeye: No size limit |
| Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge | 1 muskellunge or 1 tiger muskellunge | 36 inches |
| Northern Pike | 3 | 24 inches; no more than one 30 inches or longer |
| Yellow Perch | Unlimited (15 only on Lake Michigan) | no size limit |
| Catfish: Channel, Blue, Flathead (in rivers and streams) | Unlimited | 13 inches; not more than one blue catfish that’s at least 35 inches, one flathead catfish at least 35 inches, and one channel catfish at least 28 inches or longer may be kept |
| Catfish: Channel, Blue, Flathead (in lakes) | 10 | None; not more than one blue catfish that’s at least 35 inches, one flathead catfish at least 35 inches, and one channel catfish at least 28 inches or longer may be kept |
| Bullhead | Unlimited | no size limit |
| Shovelnose Sturgeon | Unlimited | 25 inches (fork length) |
Statewide limits as printed, 2026-2027 Indiana Fishing Regulations Guide (eRegulations, linked from the Indiana DNR), read November 5, 2026. Lake and river pages print any special regulation entry. Indiana DNR license fees (license year April 1 to March 31), read November 5, 2026.
Around Lafayette
Nearby towns with their own page, from Lafayette
- West Lafayette4 miles
- Dayton5 miles
- Shadeland7 miles
- Battle Ground7 miles
- Mulberry11 miles
County page that takes in Lafayette
- Tippecanoe Countyseat: Lafayette
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Fish to know on sight at Lafayette
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Asked about fishing near Lafayette
Which lake does a Lafayette angler hit first?
Armstrong Park Pond, 2 miles southwest.
How long is the tow from Lafayette to a ramp?
Roughly 3 miles out, at Mascouten Park on Wabash River.
Where can a Lafayette angler fish from shore?
Armstrong Park is the pick at 2 miles.
Where do Lafayette anglers drive for tackle?
Dick's Sporting Goods Lafayette is listed under a mile from town.
Which county page lists Lafayette among its towns?
Tippecanoe County.
What does a visitor staying in Lafayette pay to fish?
Nonresidents spend $60 on the annual Indiana license, or $15 for a single day.
Which big lake sits in range of Lafayette?
Armstrong Park Pond, 2 miles away.
Which other Indiana towns could host a Lafayette trip?
Look at West Lafayette (4 miles), Dayton (5 miles) and Shadeland (7 miles).
Does water near Lafayette show up on the record list?
White Bass, 4 lb. 3 oz., 1965, from Lake Freeman.
Try the reservoirs near Lafayette this year
Check a water's special rules before keeping fish.