St. John, KS Fishing Trip — September

Your St. John, KS Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 61°F3.6" rain · 10 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

5 species
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Flathead CatfishGood
Flathead Catfish
Various
Spotted BassGood
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

September Weather in St. John

79°F
Avg High
61°F
Avg Low
3.6"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

2 Guides Near St. John

No guides are based in St. John, 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 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.

Buy License Online — Kansas

Species Regulations

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Some community lakes may have specific 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.

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.

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are considered in aggregate for the 5 per day limit.

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