Stanford, KY Fishing Trip — August
Your Stanford, KY Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 65°F1.7" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
5 species
GoodFlathead Catfish
Various
GoodChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodHybrid Striped Bass
Various
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
August Weather in Stanford
82°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
3 Guides Near Stanford
No guides are based in Stanford, 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 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
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Only one fish may be over 24 inches.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp may be taken by bow and arrow.