Mortons Gap, KY Fishing Trip — January
Your Mortons Gap, KY Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 39°F / Low 23°F4.1" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
LowBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
January Weather in Mortons Gap
39°F
Avg High
23°F
Avg Low
4.1"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
7 Guides Near Mortons Gap
No guides are based in Mortons Gap, 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 freshwater / inshore / 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
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
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.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit