Cherokee, AL Fishing Trip — December
Your Cherokee, AL Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 54°F / Low 37°F1.8" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in December
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
LowHybrid Striped Bass
Various
LowFlathead Catfish
Various
December Weather in Cherokee
54°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
14 Guides Near Cherokee
No guides are based in Cherokee, 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
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.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum
No specific notes.
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.