Dothan, AL Fishing Trip — October
Your Dothan, AL Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 59°F1.6" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in October
8 species
GoodStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
GoodCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairHybrid Striped Bass
Various
FairWhite Bass
Various
October Weather in Dothan
79°F
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
3 Guides Near Dothan
No guides are based in Dothan, 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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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
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum
There are specific regulations for certain areas, so anglers should consult the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division regulations for details.
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
No limit on channel and blue catfish less than 34 inches in length. Only one blue catfish greater than 34 inches in length may be harvested per day.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum
There are some exceptions on specific bodies of water, so anglers should consult the regulations for their specific location.