Wildcat Creek
Wildcat Creek
- Boat Ramps
- 7
- Access Points
- 8
- Species
- 31
Wildcat Creek in Indiana offers anglers a serene and picturesque fishing destination, winding through scenic landscapes with diverse wildlife. This natural waterway is recognized as part of Indiana's Natural Scenic and Recreational River System, with the North Fork of Wildcat Creek in Tippecanoe and Carroll Counties and the South Fork in Tippecanoe County officially designated as a scenic river. With its tranquil waters and variety of fish species, Wildcat Creek provides opportunities for both novice and experienced anglers to enjoy a memorable fishing experience amid Indiana's beautiful natural environment.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Wildcat Creek and what's needed to catch them.
Find which waters have the species you want to catch
Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides
Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Northern Pike
Esox lucius
Walleye
Sander vitreus
Black Crappie
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Black Bullhead
Ameiurus melas
Black Redhorse
Moxostoma duquesnei
Bluegill Sunfish
Lepomis macrochirus
Channel Catfish
Ictalurus punctatus
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Flathead Catfish
Pylodictis olivaris
Freshwater Drum
Aplodinotus grunniens
Golden Redhorse
Moxostoma erythrurum
Grass Pickerel
Esox americanus
Green Sunfish
Lepomis cyanellus
Longear Sunfish
Lepomis megalotis
Longnose Gar
Lepisosteus osseus
Northern Hogsucker
Hypentelium nigricans
Orangespotted Sunfish
Lepomis humilis
Redear Sunfish
Lepomis microlophus
Rock Bass
Ambloplites rupestris
Shorthead Redhorse Sucker
Moxostoma macrolepidotum
Shortnose Gar
Lepisosteus platostomus
Silver Redhorse
Moxostoma anisurum
Smallmouth Redhorse
Moxostoma breviceps
Spotted Bass
Micropterus punctulatus
Spotted Sucker
Minytrema melanops
Striped Bass
Morone saxatilis
White Crappie
Pomoxis annularis
White Sucker
Catostomus commersonii
Yellow Bullhead
Ameiurus natalis
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Wildcat Creek. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Wildcat Creek
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Indiana licenses and regulations
Indiana Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Indiana Fishing License
Non-resident youth age 17 or younger are exempt from a fishing license, state migratory waterfowl stamp, and gamebird habitat stamp.
Indiana Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Indiana Stream Access Laws
Public recreation and boating are allowed on all navigable, state-owned waters/riverbeds. That determination, however, can be difficult to ascertain. We recommend consulting a stream roster on indiana.gov
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Fishing spots
- Burlington Boat Ramp
- Knop Lake Wildcat Creek Access Boat Ramp
- Waterworks Park Boat Ramp
- Peter's Mill Boat Ramp
- Tippecanoe County Park Boat Ramp
- Adam's Mill Boat Ramp
- Mis-So-La Boat Ramp
- Wildcat Park Access
- Wildcat Creek Bridge
- Wildcat Creek Bridge
- N Fork Wildcat Creek Bridge
- Middle Fork Ditch Bridge
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