Dauphin, PA Fishing Trip — October
Your Dauphin, PA Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 65°F / Low 47°F3.9" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in October
ExcellentWalleye
Various
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
October Weather in Dauphin
65°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
3.9"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
14 Guides Near Dauphin
No guides are based in Dauphin, 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's Biting By Month
Peak
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 fly fishing / inshore / freshwater Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- Light rain jacket
Pennsylvania Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$22.97
Non-Resident$52.97
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Trout/salmon permit and Lake Erie permit available additionally.
Species Regulations
Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
Some waters may have specific regulations; check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
Some waters may have special regulations; check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website.
Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Some waters may have specific regulations; check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Some waters may have specific regulations; check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website.