Scottsboro, AL Fishing Trip — August
Your Scottsboro, AL Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 86°F / Low 69°F2.2" rain · 15 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in August
8 species
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodWhite Bass
Various
GoodCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
August Weather in Scottsboro
86°F
Avg High
69°F
Avg Low
2.2"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
1 in Scottsboro + 15 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
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
No specific notes.
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.
Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
There are some special regulation areas, so consult the Alabama fishing regulations before fishing.