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Bowling Green, VA Fishing Trip — October

Your Bowling Green, VA Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 50°F1.6" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

5 species
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
White BassFair
White Bass
Various
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various

October Weather in Bowling Green

68°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

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

8 Guides Near Bowling Green

No guides are based in Bowling Green, but these guides operate nearby.

Bay Quest Charters - David Rowe
David Rowe

Bay Quest Charters

5(25)Top Rated

Bay Quest Charters Fishing Season Are April Through December On The Chesapeake Bay And Potomac River. Fish With The Best Aboard Bay Quest!

freshwater
Lottsburg, Virginia
Chucks Charters - Chucks Charters
Chucks Charters

Chucks Charters

5(14)Top Rated

Searching for a fun activity to do in Richmond, Virginia? We offer Chesapeake Bay offshore charter boat fishing on two modern boats at affordable rates. Click here to contact us to learn more, or give us a call at 804-529-6450 to book a trip today!

Lottsburg, Virginia
McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service - McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service
McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service

McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service

4.6(11)Top Rated

McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service was begun unofficially by C.C. McCotter during the summer of 1989 when he guided his very first "clients" ...

Mineral, Virginia
Nautical Pride Sportfishing - Nautical Pride Sportfishing
Nautical Pride Sportfishing

Nautical Pride Sportfishing

5(4)Top Rated

One of Virginia's top charters on the James River, the Rappahannock River, and Kerr Lake. We specialize in trophy catfish, with a clean and professional atmosphere catered to show you and your family a experience of a lifetime!

Charles City, Virginia
KJ's Outdoor Adventures - KJ's Outdoor Adventures
KJ's Outdoor Adventures

KJ's Outdoor Adventures

5(3)Top Rated

Experience world-class Crappie fishing on Lake Anna. 6-hour guided trip, all gear included. Book your lake adventure today!

Crappie
King George, Virginia
Chubby's Charter - Chubby's Charter
Chubby's Charter

Chubby's Charter

5(2)Top Rated

Chubby's Charter is a light tackle, inshore saltwater fishing guide service. We aim to give our customers the knowledge, the tools and the experiences they need to truly experience all the Chesapeake Bay has to offer!

Montross, Virginia
At Fishing Charters - At Fishing Charters
At Fishing Charters

At Fishing Charters

5(1)Top Rated

Join us for an unforgettable bowfishing experience on the waters with AT Fishing Charters. Book your trip today!

bowfishing
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Beach Bum Charters - Beach Bum Charters
Beach Bum Charters

Beach Bum Charters

King George, Virginia

Fishing charter service for the Potomac River Chesapeake bay. Beach Bum Charters LLC King George Va. We also offer beach trips, and sunset cruises.

freshwater
King George, Virginia
$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

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Bluegill

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

Largemouth Bass

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

White Bass

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

Crappie

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Reedville4 guides · 60 miDeltaville2 guides · 66 miGrimstead2 guides · 69 miLottsburg2 guides · 48 miHeathsville2 guides · 58 miKing George2 guides · 18 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 / bowfishing Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Virginia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$47
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Trout license additional.

Buy License Online — Virginia

Species Regulations

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Some waters have special regulations; consult the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources regulations.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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