Trout & Salmon Stamp
Indiana Trout Stamp
2026
Trout and salmon stamp requirements, fees, and covered waters for Indiana. Indiana does not require a separate trout stamp. Trout fishing is covered under the standard Indiana fishing license. Indiana stocks rainbow and brown trout in select streams and lakes primarily in the northern and central parts of the state. Anglers fishing Lake Michigan tributaries for steelhead need only a standard Indiana fishing license.
2026 Trout Stamp Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Fee
N/A
No separate stamp; trout covered under base fishing license.
Nonresident Fee
N/A
Check agency for current fees
Stamp Required?
No
No trout stamp required
Covers Salmon?
No
Trout species only
Step-by-Step
How to Get a Trout Stamp in Indiana
Follow these steps to purchase and use your trout stamp in Indiana:
1
Confirm If a Stamp Is Required
Indiana does not currently require a separate trout stamp for most anglers. A standard fishing license covers trout fishing in most waters. Review the specific regulations for any special trout management areas you plan to fish.
2
Purchase Your Fishing License First
A valid Indiana fishing license is required before you can add a trout stamp. Purchase your license online at Indiana Department of Natural Resources's website, at a licensed sporting goods retailer, or at a regional agency office. Licenses are available for residents and nonresidents.
3
Add the Trout Stamp
No separate trout stamp purchase is needed. Your standard fishing license covers trout fishing.
4
Know Your Waters & Regulations
Review the annual fishing regulations booklet for size and bag limits on trout species. Some waters have special restrictions including catch-and-release only sections, artificial lures only, or delayed harvest periods.
Requirements
Indiana Trout Stamp Requirements
Standard Indiana fishing license required.
Source: Indiana Department of Natural Resources (www.in.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and regulations directly with the agency before fishing.