The Trail Creek fishing area in Indiana is a popular spot for anglers due to its diverse fish species, including steelhead, coho and chinook salmon, brown and rainbow trout, and smallmouth bass. Nearby activities include hiking, kayaking, and exploring nearby towns like Michigan City. Fishing tips include using live bait or lures and fishing in deeper pools or near riffles. The best time of year to visit is during the fall for salmon and steelhead fishing, with average temperatures ranging from the low 50s to mid-60s Fahrenheit.

Featured Fish - American Eel

The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The body is snakelike and the head is pointed. The dorsal, caudal and anal fins are combined into one long, continuous fin. The eel’s coloration is dark gray to olive above and yellowish or white on the underside. The average size typically ranges in the range of two feet, although larger specimens may grow upwards of three feet. There have been a few rare occurrences of American eels ranging upwards of five feet.