Hazel, KY Fishing Trip — September
Your Hazel, KY Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 64°F5.3" rain · 9 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in September
GoodFlathead Catfish
Various
GoodSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
GoodHybrid Striped Bass
Various
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
September Weather in Hazel
84°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
5.3"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
11 Guides Near Hazel
No guides are based in Hazel, 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
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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 / bowfishing 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.
Species Regulations
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Only one fish may be over 24 inches.
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.