Barnstable Town, MA Fishing Trip — October

Your Barnstable Town, MA Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in October

5 species
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various

140 Guides Near Barnstable Town

No guides are based in Barnstable 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 Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Massachusetts Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$27.50
Non-Resident$37.50
Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Freshwater license covers all inland waters.

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Species Regulations

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist; some areas may be catch and release only.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.

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