Shipshewana
Natural Lake · LaGrange County, Indiana
Shipshewana covers 222 acres in LaGrange County, in the natural lake region of northern Indiana. The nearest city is LaGrange. Walleye anglers will find productive fishing here. The lake supports 8 documented species including Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, and more. Use the DNR depth map to locate drop-offs, channels, and flats — last surveyed in 2011. Ice fishing is popular in winter months, while open-water season peaks from May through October. Check local regulations before heading out, and review the LaGrange County page for additional fishing spots nearby.
Depth Maps
Bathymetric maps from the Indiana DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife. These maps show depth contours, vegetation, and bottom structure.
Map & Directions
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Nearby Bait & Tackle
Backcountry outdoors LLC
Wolcottville, IN
★ 4.8Poor Boys Baits
Shipshewana, IN
★ 5Rainbow Pit
LaGrange, IN
★ 4.5Springboro General Store & Bait Shop
Brookston, IN
★ 5Bennington Pontoon Boats Main Office
Elkhart, IN
★ 3Country Bait & Tackle
Wolcottville, IN
★ 4.7Dutchman Hunting Supplies
Shipshewana, IN
★ 4.7Fisherman Cove Resort
North Webster, IN
★ 4.8Nearby Marinas
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Shipshewana. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Shipshewana
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Plan Your Trip to Shipshewana
- Weather forecast for Shipshewana — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 41.6856°N, 85.6062°W — Get Directions
- Check the latest DNR fishing report for current conditions
- Review Indiana fishing regulations for season dates and limits
- An Indiana fishing license is required for ages 18+ — buy online at IN.gov
Data sourced from Indiana DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife. Last verified: March 18, 2026. Learn how we maintain this data.