Fishing on Private Ponds

[wildberry]

I haven't been fishing for a number of years, and plan to do some this fall. My dad and I usually fished on private ponds, though we did visit the local lakes at times.

What I can't remember is, do you need a license/permit on private ponds and lakes? Or does the answer depend on what state you are on? I know I need permission from the owner(s) which I already have, but I know that the park rangers look everywhere! :tinysmile_twink_t2: I have been checked SEVERAL times in the past.

 

[lovetohunt]

I don't think you need any license for fishing on someone's private pond. I would not think so anyway. I would still get my license though if you are planning on fishing anywhere else.

 

[SallyA]

I'm almost sure you don't need a license in Kentucky or Indiana to fish at a pond on private property. I'm not sure who you would need to call to find out for sure. Would it be the Fish and Wildlife Department if there is one?

 

[DThewanderer]

It depends on the state. But in most places if you have permission of the land owner then you do not have to have a permit. Check your local laws though.

 

[greengrass]

I know we never worry about a license if we are only going to fish at a private, secluded pond. But that might be just our area and state. I'd check to make sure.