Fishing Charters in Kansas
Browse fishing charters in Kansas that can help you catch blue catfish.
Dons Guide Services
Don Zahourek, Kansas Pheasant and Turkey Hunting, Catfish, White bass and Walleye Fishing Guide Service, Glen Elder, Kansas and Waconda Lake provides the best pheasant and deer hunting, catfish, white bass and walleye fishing that Kansas has to offer.
Cortez Yacht Charters
Cortez Yacht Charters provides custom fishing charters in Mexicos prime fishing ports US based for confidence security and great service
Scattered Acres Outfitting, LLC
Scattered Acres Outfitting LLC is a family-owned business with a true passion for Kansas whitetail hunting. The hunting lodge is located in North Central Kansas. Call us at 785-770-7440.
Horizon Farm and Ranch Realty LLC
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Oklahoma Fishing Guides
No fish, no pay on Lake Eufaula with D & K Guide Service. Fishing is excellent year round for crappie, largemouth bass and sand bass.
Best Time to Catch Blue Catfish
Blue Catfish can be caught year-round in St. Marys. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Blue Catfish
While not as abundant as their flathead cousins, blue catfish are definitely present in the waters around St. Marys, Kansas, offering a unique angling experience. The Kansas River is your best bet for tangling with these whiskered giants. Focus your efforts on deeper channels and areas with current, especially during the cooler months of late fall and early spring, when they tend to school up. Cut bait, such as shad or skipjack herring, is highly effective. Use a fish finder to locate submerged structure, as blue cats often relate to these areas. Bank access can be limited in some areas, so consider using a boat to explore the river more effectively. Remember that blue catfish can grow to impressive sizes, so use heavy tackle and be ready for a long fight. Always check the latest Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks regulations for size and creel limits.
How to Catch Blue Catfish
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Blue Catfish in St. Marys.
Blue Catfish Fishing Regulations in Kansas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Fishing license
Only one blue catfish may be 30 inches or longer in length.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Kansas state wildlife agency before fishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the daily limit for blue catfish in the St. Marys area?
In Kansas, you are allowed to keep up to 5 blue catfish per day. This regulation applies year-round.
What's a good time of year to target blue catfish near St. Marys?
Blue catfish can be caught year-round, but the warmer months (late spring through early fall) are often the most productive. They tend to be more active when the water temperatures are higher.
What kind of bait should I use for blue catfish near St. Marys?
Blue catfish are known for their preference for cut bait. Gizzard shad, herring, or other oily fish are excellent choices. Some anglers also use live bait, such as sunfish.
Are there any size restrictions for blue catfish in Kansas?
There is no minimum size limit for blue catfish in Kansas, so you can keep any size you catch, as long as you stay within the daily bag limit of 5.
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