Mayfield, KS Fishing Trip — October
Your Mayfield, KS Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 56°F1.9" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in October
5 species
ExcellentChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
October Weather in Mayfield
75°F
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
1.9"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
1 Guide Near Mayfield
No guides are based in Mayfield, 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
1 / 2
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
Kansas Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$27.50
Non-Resident$52.50
Requirements
Required for ages 16-74. Includes all public waters. Hand fishing permit separate.
Species Regulations
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum length limit on state fishing lakes, community lakes, and reservoirs. Check for special regulations on specific bodies of water.
Some waters may have length limits or be catch-and-release only; consult the current Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Some community lakes may have specific regulations.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Considered a rough fish; check local regulations for specific locations.