Hatfield, AR Fishing Trip — October
Your Hatfield, AR Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 76°F / Low 56°F3.1" rain · 5 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in October
5 species
ExcellentChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairWhite Bass
Various
October Weather in Hatfield
76°F
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
10 Guides Near Hatfield
No guides are based in Hatfield, 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
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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
Arkansas Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$10.50
Non-Resident$50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Trout permit required for trout fishing areas.
Species Regulations
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass, singly or in aggregate.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:10-inch minimum
Special regulations may apply on certain bodies of water; consult the current Arkansas Fishing Guide.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit