Ardmore, AL Fishing Trip — October
Your Ardmore, AL Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 54°F2.5" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in October
5 species
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairWhite Bass
Various
October Weather in Ardmore
72°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
2.5"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
6 Guides Near Ardmore
No guides are based in Ardmore, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
Alabama Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$13.10
Non-Resident$51.80
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.
Species Regulations
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:Must be over 34 inches
Only one blue catfish over 34 inches may be harvested per angler per day from Alabama public waters.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum total length
Some water bodies may have different size or creel limits. Check local regulations before fishing.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit