Gustavus, AK Fishing Trip — October
Your Gustavus, AK Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 48°F / Low 39°F12.9" rain · 25 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in October
ExcellentChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
October Weather in Gustavus
48°F
Avg High
39°F
Avg Low
12.9"
Rainfall
25
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
6 Guides Matched
$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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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 / freshwater Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- Light rain jacket
Alaska Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$29
Non-Resident$145
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. King salmon stamp required additionally.
Species Regulations
Channel Catfish
Channel Catfish are not native to Alaska and are not commonly targeted. Regulations would likely fall under general statewide regulations for non-specified species in the area fished.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth Bass are not native to Alaska and are only found in a few stocked lakes, primarily in the Southeast region.
Bluegill
Bluegill are not native to Alaska and are unlikely to be found. Regulations would be highly unusual.