Urbandale, IA Fishing Trip — August
Your Urbandale, IA Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 65°F2" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
GoodRainbow Trout
Various
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
August Weather in Urbandale
81°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
2"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
1 in Urbandale + 2 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
Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Some areas are catch-and-release only; check local regulations.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Possession limit is twice the daily bag limit. Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.
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.