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Helen, GA Fishing Trip — October

Your Helen, GA Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 50°F2.6" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

5 species
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various
Hybrid Striped BassFair
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various

October Weather in Helen

67°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
2.6"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

40 Guides Near Helen

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

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Jeff Blair Striper Guides - Jeff Blair
Verified
From $600
Jeff Blair

Jeff Blair Striper Guides

5(210)Top Rated

Full time guide service on Lake Lanier.

freshwaterStriped BassSpotted Bass
Gainesville, Georgia
Up to 5
The Modern Fly Fishers on the Soque - The Modern Fly Fishers on the Soque
Claimed
The Modern Fly Fishers on the Soque

The Modern Fly Fishers on the Soque

5(20)Top Rated
Clarkesville, Georgia
Noontootla Creek Farms - Noontootla Creek Farms
Noontootla Creek Farms

Noontootla Creek Farms

4.9(176)Top Rated

Located in the beautiful North GA Mountains in Blue Ridge, GA. We offer Guided Fly Fishing, Sporting Clays, Hunting, and Lodging.

Bluefish
Blue Ridge, Georgia
Cohutta Fishing Company - Cohutta Fishing Company
Cohutta Fishing Company

Cohutta Fishing Company

4.9(168)Top Rated

Fly fishing outfitter for Cartersville, Blue Ridge and all of North Georgia. Serving all of your fly fishing needs. Charter your trip today.

Bluefish
Blue Ridge, Georgia
Bowman Fly Fishing - Bowman Fly Fishing
Bowman Fly Fishing

Bowman Fly Fishing

4.9(159)Top Rated

Give us a call or send us an email to learn more about the trips that we offer. We can accomodate most people, but if you have special requests please contact us ahead of time.

Dahlonega, Georgia
Safe Harbor Aqualand - Safe Harbor Aqualand
Safe Harbor Aqualand

Safe Harbor Aqualand

4.5(241)Top Rated
Flowery Branch, Georgia
Catching Not Fishing Guide Service - Catching Not Fishing Guide Service
Catching Not Fishing Guide Service

Catching Not Fishing Guide Service

5(85)Top Rated
Dawsonville, Georgia
Big Bite Charters - Lake Lanier Fishing Guide - Big Bite Charters - Lake Lanier Fishing Guide
Big Bite Charters - Lake Lanier Fishing Guide

Big Bite Charters - Lake Lanier Fishing Guide

5(71)Top Rated
Suwanee, Georgia
Lake Blue Ridge Outfitters - Lake Blue Ridge Outfitters
Lake Blue Ridge Outfitters

Lake Blue Ridge Outfitters

4.6(90)Top Rated
Morganton, Georgia
Big T Fly Fishing - Big T Fly Fishing
Big T Fly Fishing

Big T Fly Fishing

5(56)Top Rated

Fly fishing supplies, fly tying materials, fly tying supplies, tungsten beads, fly tying hooks, barbless hooks, fly box, Jan Siman fly fishing, dubbing, fly line, discount fly tying supplies, fly rod, fly reel, fly box, trout flies, online fly tying supplies, trophy trout, fishing gear, hook and hackle, Euro nymphing

Speckled Trout
Clarkesville, Georgia
Hatch Camp and Art Farm - Hatch Camp and Art Farm
Hatch Camp and Art Farm

Hatch Camp and Art Farm

4.8(53)Top Rated
Clayton, Georgia
The Striper Experience - Lake Lanier Striper Fishing Guide - The Striper Experience - Lake Lanier Striper Fishing Guide
The Striper Experience - Lake Lanier Striper Fishing Guide

The Striper Experience - Lake Lanier Striper Fishing Guide

5(39)Top Rated

July means huge schools of fish in deep water on the south end of the Lake. Read our Lanier Striper Fishing report to learn more.

Striped Bass
Flowery Branch, Georgia
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$1,030
Estimated total for 2 people
$515
per person
Charter $600
Tip $120
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
1 / 2

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Blue Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Flathead Catfish

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Hybrid Striped Bass

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Gainesville7 guides · 29 miBlue Ridge5 guides · 36 miCumming3 guides · 59 miElberton3 guides · 69 miBlairsville3 guides · 18 miDawsonville2 guides · 30 mi

What to Bring

your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else you should bring:

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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Georgia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Includes freshwater fishing. Trout stamp additional $5 if needed.

Buy License Online — Georgia

Species Regulations

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

Anglers should consult specific water body regulations for any local restrictions.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some public fishing areas and reservoirs may have specific regulations; check local rules.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum

Check local water body regulations as some areas may have specific limits, especially on the Savannah River and its tributaries.

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

Anglers are encouraged to report tagged catfish to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

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