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Elkin, NC Fishing Trip — October

Your Elkin, NC Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in October

Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various

12 Guides Near Elkin

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

The Speckled Trout Outfitters - The Speckled Trout Outfitters
The Speckled Trout Outfitters

The Speckled Trout Outfitters

5(374)Top Rated
Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Due South Outfitters - Due South Outfitters
Due South Outfitters

Due South Outfitters

5(381)Top Rated

From Big Brown and Rainbow Trout - To Wild Native Brook Trout. Due South Outfitters Chases Them All. Take a Look Today!

Brook TroutRainbow TroutSpeckled Trout
Boone, North Carolina
Fishers of Men Guide Service - Fishers of Men Guide Service
Fishers of Men Guide Service

Fishers of Men Guide Service

5(220)Top Rated

Lake Norman Fishing Guide, Fishing Trips, Lake Norman Fishing

Mooresville, North Carolina
High Country Guide Service - High Country Guide Service
High Country Guide Service

High Country Guide Service

4.9(159)Top Rated

Boone's Orvis Fly Shop and Guide Service

Boone, North Carolina
Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service - Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service
Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service

Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service

5(87)Top Rated
Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Set’N Hooks Fishing Charters - Set’N Hooks Fishing Charters
Set’N Hooks Fishing Charters

Set’N Hooks Fishing Charters

5(58)Top Rated

Give the gift of a memorable fishing experience! Purchase for yourself or that special someone in your life!

Mooresville, North Carolina
Elk Creek Outfitters - Elk Creek Outfitters
Elk Creek Outfitters

Elk Creek Outfitters

4.9(56)Top Rated

Musky inhabits three of our local big rivers: the New, Nolichucky and French Broad. ECO is well equipped to guide you on a Musky hunt with either conventional tackle or fly fishing gear.

Boone, North Carolina
Turtlehead Charters LKN - Turtlehead Charters LKN
Turtlehead Charters LKN

Turtlehead Charters LKN

5(20)Top Rated

Meet Captain Frank Viola, your Lake Norman fishing guide. With decades of experience from Florida to North Carolina, Frank brings expert knowledge in bass, crappie & striper fishing. Learn about partnerships and opportunities with Turtlehead Charters LKN.

CrappieLargemouth BassStriped Bass
Mooresville, North Carolina
Appalachian Fly and Yak LLC - Appalachian Fly and Yak LLC
Appalachian Fly and Yak LLC

Appalachian Fly and Yak LLC

4.8(25)Top Rated

Guided Fly Fishing and Kayak fishing in the Blue Ridge mountains of Ashe county, North Carolina

Creston, North Carolina
MOUNTAINS TO COAST FLY FISHING & SHOTGUN SPORTS GUIDE SERVICE - MOUNTAINS TO COAST FLY FISHING & SHOTGUN SPORTS GUIDE SERVICE
MOUNTAINS TO COAST FLY FISHING & SHOTGUN SPORTS GUIDE SERVICE

MOUNTAINS TO COAST FLY FISHING & SHOTGUN SPORTS GUIDE SERVICE

5(10)Top Rated

Mountains to Coast Fly Fishing & Hunting Guide Service in Boone, NC. Public and Private Trophy Trout Waters for the Year Round Fly Fishing Enthusiast.

Speckled Trout
Boone, North Carolina
Fly-Fishing Guide - Fly-Fishing Guide
Fly-Fishing Guide

Fly-Fishing Guide

5(4)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Boone, North Carolina. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Boone, North Carolina
Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service - Rygid Audio Visual
Rygid Audio Visual

Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated

An upscale resort in the mountains of Blowing Rock, North Carolina featuring a spa, lake, Timberlake's Restaurant, Bob Timberlake Inn, fly fishing and more.

freshwaterfly fishing
Piney Creek, North Carolina
$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
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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

Striped Bass

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Boone5 guides · 47 miMooresville3 guides · 45 miBanner Elk2 guides · 52 miBlowing Rock2 guides · 47 mi

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

North Carolina Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland, coastal, and unified licenses available.

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Species Regulations

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

There are some exceptions to the statewide regulations on certain waters. Check posted signage or the NC Wildlife Resources Commission website for specific regulations.

Striped Bass
Season:Varies by location; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.
Bag Limit:Varies by location; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.
Size Limit:Varies by location; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.

Striped bass regulations are complex and vary significantly by river system and coastal area. Consult the NC Wildlife Resources Commission or NC Division of Marine Fisheries regulations before fishing.

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