Eagle Grove, IA Fishing Trip — October
Your Eagle Grove, IA Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 65°F / Low 47°F2.5" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in October
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentBrown Trout
Various
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
October Weather in Eagle Grove
65°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
2.5"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
6 Guides Near Eagle Grove
No guides are based in Eagle Grove, 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
Peak
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
Iowa Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$22
Non-Resident$48.50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Includes all inland waters. Trout fee additional.
Species Regulations
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Anglers should consult the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for specific regulations on boundary waters.
Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Some areas are catch-and-release only; check local regulations.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
In streams and rivers, all bass must be immediately released. Exceptions exist for specific lakes and impoundments.