Old Town, ME Fishing Trip — January

Your Old Town, ME Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 26°F / Low 10°F1.8" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeFair
Northern Pike
Various

January Weather in Old Town

26°F
Avg High
10°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

14 Guides Near Old Town

No guides are based in Old Town, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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 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 Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

Maine Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$64
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Separate licenses for fishing, Atlantic salmon, and pheasant.

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Species Regulations

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:6-inch minimum

Some waters have special regulations; consult the Maine Open Water and Ice Fishing Laws booklet.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:10-inch minimum

Some waters have special regulations; consult the Maine Open Water and Ice Fishing Laws booklet.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum, only 1 may exceed 30 inches

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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