Dutton, AL Fishing Trip — January

Your Dutton, AL Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 44°F / Low 27°F2.9" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

5 species
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishFair
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Hybrid Striped BassFair
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various

January Weather in Dutton

44°F
Avg High
27°F
Avg Low
2.9"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

16 Guides Near Dutton

No guides are based in Dutton, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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 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.

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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.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.

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.

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