Palco, KS Fishing Trip — February
Your Palco, KS Fishing Trip
February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 39°F / Low 17°F0.6" rain · 3 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in February
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairFlathead Catfish
Various
February Weather in Palco
39°F
Avg High
17°F
Avg Low
0.6"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
1 Guide Near Palco
No guides are based in Palco, 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 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.
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.
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.
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.