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Otis, KS Fishing Trip — January

Your Otis, KS Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 35°F / Low 18°F1.5" rain · 5 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

5 species
Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Channel CatfishFair
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
CarpFair
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

January Weather in Otis

35°F
Avg High
18°F
Avg Low
1.5"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

2 Guides Near Otis

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

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Dons Guide Services

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freshwaterWhite BassWalleye
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$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

Channel Catfish

freshwater
J
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

Carp

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

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 Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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.

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Species Regulations

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Only one blue catfish may be 30 inches or longer in length.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Considered a rough fish; check local regulations for specific locations.

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Applies to all catfish species in aggregate. Some community lakes may have specific regulations.

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