Madisonville, KY Fishing Trip — October
Your Madisonville, KY Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
What’s Biting in October
5 species
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairWhite Bass
Various
3 Guides Near Madisonville
No guides are based in Madisonville, 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 freshwater / bowfishing Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
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
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.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp may be taken by bow and arrow.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit