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Winchester, KY Fishing Trip — December

Your Winchester, KY Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 44°F / Low 30°F2.8" rain · 13 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Hybrid Striped BassLow
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Flathead CatfishLow
Flathead Catfish
Various

December Weather in Winchester

44°F
Avg High
30°F
Avg Low
2.8"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

7 Guides Near Winchester

No guides are based in Winchester, but these guides operate nearby.

Striper king Guide Service - Striper king Guide Service
Striper king Guide Service

Striper king Guide Service

5(124)Top Rated
Albany, Kentucky
The Obsession Outdoors Kentucky Bowfishing Guide - The Obsession Outdoors Kentucky Bowfishing Guide
The Obsession Outdoors Kentucky Bowfishing Guide

The Obsession Outdoors Kentucky Bowfishing Guide

5(29)Top Rated
Bagdad, Kentucky
StriperFun Guide Service Lake Cumberland - StriperFun Guide Service Lake Cumberland
StriperFun Guide Service Lake Cumberland

StriperFun Guide Service Lake Cumberland

4.6(35)Top Rated
Albany, Kentucky
Burton's Guide Service - Burton's Guide Service
Burton's Guide Service

Burton's Guide Service

5(14)Top Rated

Lake Cumberland Striper Fishing Guide with 27 years of experience. Burton's Guide Service offers the best in Striper Fishing year round!

Striped Bass
Nancy, Kentucky
Green River Lake Crappie Trips - Green River Lake Crappie Trips
Green River Lake Crappie Trips

Green River Lake Crappie Trips

4.4(7)
freshwater
Columbia, Kentucky
Vickersguideservice - Vickersguideservice
Vickersguideservice

Vickersguideservice

5(1)Top Rated

Join Vickers Guide Service for unforgettable striper fishing adventures on Lake Cumberland. Book your guided fishing trip today!

Striped Bass
Jamestown, Kentucky
Cumberland Trout Guide - Cumberland Trout Guide
Cumberland Trout Guide

Cumberland Trout Guide

1(1)

The Cumberland River ranks as one of the best Fly Fishing Trout tailwater destinations in the Southeastern United States. The cold water discharged through the hydro-power dam creates a spectacular Rainbow and Brown trout habitat. Book a fly fishing trip

freshwaterfly fishingSpeckled TroutBrown Trout
Jamestown, Kentucky
$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

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Hybrid Striped Bass

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Flathead Catfish

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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 / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • 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.

Buy License Online — Kentucky

Species Regulations

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.

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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