Horse Cave, KY Fishing Trip — August
Your Horse Cave, KY Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 67°F1.2" rain · 5 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
August Weather in Horse Cave
84°F
Avg High
67°F
Avg Low
1.2"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
4 Guides Near Horse Cave
No guides are based in Horse Cave, 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
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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 / fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
- 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
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.




