Franklin, NH Fishing Trip — April

Your Franklin, NH Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 56°F / Low 36°F4" rain · 18 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

April Weather in Franklin

56°F
Avg High
36°F
Avg Low
4"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

13 Guides Near Franklin

No guides are based in Franklin, 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 / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

New Hampshire Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$53
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses available.

Buy License Online — New Hampshire

Species Regulations

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific waterbody regulations for exceptions to the general rule.

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

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No more than 1 may be greater than 14 inches

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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