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Martelle, IA Fishing Trip — July

Your Martelle, IA Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 67°F6.3" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in July

Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishGood
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

July Weather in Martelle

83°F
Avg High
67°F
Avg Low
6.3"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 Guides Near Martelle

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

The Landing, a Riverfront Inn - The Landing, a Riverfront Inn
The Landing, a Riverfront Inn

The Landing, a Riverfront Inn

4.9(176)Top Rated

At The Landing, we provide lodging rooms and suites in this beautifully renovated warehouse. Along with the Riverfront Inn, we have a gas dock and fishing barge along the Mississippi River.

Guttenberg, Iowa
Bear Creek Anglers - Bear Creek Anglers
Bear Creek Anglers

Bear Creek Anglers

5(21)Top Rated
Decorah, Iowa
Todd's Fishing Guide - Todd's Fishing Guide
Todd's Fishing Guide

Todd's Fishing Guide

5(16)Top Rated

Fishing Charter that provides the best Mississippi River Catfish, Walleye, Crappie, Blue Gill, and Bass Fishing. Book your fishing trip today with Todd's Fishing Guide!

BluefishCatfishCrappie
Wever, Iowa
Xicanx Fly - Xicanx Fly
Xicanx Fly

Xicanx Fly

5(12)Top Rated

XICANX FLY. Iowa Driftless Fly Fishing guided trips. Premium quality Drifless flies for sale. Specializing in Euro Nymphing and innovative Trout Streamers, Bass Streamers, Pike/Musky Streamers, and Great Lakes steelhead flies.

freshwaterfly fishingLargemouth BassSpeckled Trout
Decorah, Iowa
Paul Malone Fishing Inc - Paul Malone Fishing Inc
Paul Malone Fishing Inc

Paul Malone Fishing Inc

5(9)Top Rated

Fishing and Hunting Guide Services, bass fishing guide

Largemouth Bass
Pleasant Valley, Iowa
Sugar Bottom Crappie Guide Service - Sugar Bottom Crappie Guide Service
Sugar Bottom Crappie Guide Service

Sugar Bottom Crappie Guide Service

5(6)Top Rated
North Liberty, Iowa
$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

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
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A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
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Largemouth Bass

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

Channel Catfish

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

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 freshwater / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Iowa Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$22
Non-Resident$48.50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Includes all inland waters. Trout fee additional.

Buy License Online — Iowa

Species Regulations

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

In streams and rivers, all bass must be immediately released. Exceptions exist for specific lakes and impoundments.

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.

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

None

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