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Columbus, KY Fishing Trip — July

Your Columbus, KY Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in July

Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging

6 Guides Near Columbus

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

Loveless Outdoor Adventures - Loveless Outdoor Adventures
Loveless Outdoor Adventures

Loveless Outdoor Adventures

5(70)Top Rated

Loveless Outdoor Adventures is your number 1 Bowfishing Guide on Kentucky Lake, Lake Barkley, Tennessee River, and Cumberland River. With years of experience, we can put you on the fish of a life time!

Almo, Kentucky
Shelldivers Guide Service - Shelldivers Guide Service
Shelldivers Guide Service

Shelldivers Guide Service

5(25)Top Rated

Discover expert hunting guide services for trophy bucks, duck, and turkey at Kentucky and Barkley Lakes. Navigate remote hunting areas with ease and success. Call now to book your adventure!

Dexter, Kentucky
Rodney Hairgrove Guide Service - Rodney Hairgrove Guide Service
Rodney Hairgrove Guide Service

Rodney Hairgrove Guide Service

5(4)Top Rated
inshore
Gilbertsville, Kentucky
Kickn Bass Guide Service - Kickn Bass Guide Service
Kickn Bass Guide Service

Kickn Bass Guide Service

4.4(7)

Kick'n Bass Fishing Guide Service on Kentucky Lake. Pontoon family fishing, Captain RIch Bay

freshwaterLargemouth Bass
Benton, Kentucky
Hooked On Cats Guide Service - Hooked On Cats Guide Service
Hooked On Cats Guide Service

Hooked On Cats Guide Service

5(3)Top Rated

Hooked On Cats Guide Service.....pursuing trophy catfish on the Mississippi, Ohio, Cumberland and Tennessee rivers in the western Kentucky region.

Catfish
Lovelaceville, Kentucky
Crappie Gills N More - Crappie Gills N More
Crappie Gills N More

Crappie Gills N More

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
Benton, Kentucky
$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

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

White Bass

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Spotted Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Benton4 guides · 48 mi

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 / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

Kentucky Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$55
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Trout permit additional for designated trout waters.

Buy License Online — Kentucky

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Consult the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources for specific lake regulations, as some lakes may have different size or creel limits.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Only one fish may be over 24 inches.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

White bass are abundant in Kentucky, and there are no restrictions on harvest.

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day (combined with largemouth and smallmouth)
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

The 6 bass limit is a combined limit of largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass.

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