Paducah, KY Fishing Trip — December
Your Paducah, KY Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 48°F / Low 33°F1.9" rain · 5 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in December
8 species
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
LowWhite Bass
Various
LowBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
LowHybrid Striped Bass
Various
December Weather in Paducah
48°F
Avg High
33°F
Avg Low
1.9"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
11 Guides Near Paducah
No guides are based in Paducah, 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 / 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.
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Some waters may have specific regulations; consult the Kentucky Fishing Guide.
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.