Rainbow Trout Coming to Indiana’s Terre Haute Lake

Rainbow trout are coming to Maple Lake in Terre Haute.

The DNR, in cooperation with Terre Haute Parks and Recreation, will stock the trout at the city nature park lake at the corner of U.S. 41 and Maple Avenue no later than April 1.

“The city has shown a real commitment to fishing and other outdoor activities by seeking grants and expanding its city park system,” said DNR fisheries biologist David Kittaka.

In fall 2011, the DNR stocked channel catfish in the 11-acre lake to provide additional fishing opportunities. A new DNR boat ramp was installed in fall 2012. The lake is restricted to boats with electric motors.

Indiana-licensed anglers fishing for trout are required to have an $11 trout/salmon privilege stamp. Anglers also can fish for trout for one day by purchasing a one-day fishing license for $9, which includes one-day trout/salmon fishing privileges. All can be purchased at http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/5330.htm or anywhere licenses else are sold.

The daily bag limit for trout is five. The minimum size limit is 7 inches.             

The inland trout program is funded through the trout stamp.

Indiana Department of Natural Resources

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is the agency of the U.S. state of Indiana charged with maintaining natural areas such as state parks, state forests, recreation areas, etc. There are many divisions within the DNR and each has a specific role. The DNR is not only responsible for maintaining resource areas but also manages Indiana's fish and wildlife, reclaims coal mine ground, manages forested areas, aids in the management of wildlife on private lands, enforces Indiana's conservation laws, and many other duties not named here. According to the department's website, their mission is "to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education."