Itta Bena, MS Fishing Trip — September

Your Itta Bena, MS Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 86°F / Low 68°F1.9" rain · 4 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in September

Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Flathead CatfishGood
Flathead Catfish
Various

September Weather in Itta Bena

86°F
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
1.9"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

4 Guides Near Itta Bena

No guides are based in Itta Bena, 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 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

Mississippi Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$8
Non-Resident$30
Requirements

Required for ages 16-64. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.

Buy License Online — Mississippi

Species Regulations

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

While there is no limit, anglers are encouraged to practice responsible harvest.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

On Lake Bill Waller, Largemouth Bass must be between 16 and 22 inches to harvest. Only one bass over 22 inches may be kept.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Only two fish exceeding 15 inches may be kept per day. Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.

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