Athens, AL Fishing Trip — March
Your Athens, AL Fishing Trip
March2 peopleFamily Trip
What’s Biting in March
5 species
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodFlathead Catfish
Various
GoodHybrid Striped Bass
Various
GoodSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
FairWhite Bass
Various
1 in Athens + 12 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.
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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
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.
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Only one flathead catfish over 34 inches may be harvested per day.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum
No specific notes.
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day in combination with largemouth and smallmouth bass
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are combined for purposes of bag limits. Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.