Independence, KY Fishing Trip — September
Your Independence, KY Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 80°F / Low 60°F3.1" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in September
5 species
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodHybrid Striped Bass
Various
GoodSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
September Weather in Independence
80°F
Avg High
60°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
1 Guide Near Independence
No guides are based in Independence, 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
1 / 2
Kentucky Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$55
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Trout permit additional for designated trout waters.
Species Regulations
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp may be taken by bow and arrow.
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.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Only one fish may be over 24 inches.