New Castle, VA Fishing Trip — October
Your New Castle, VA Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 47°F2.3" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in October
5 species
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
October Weather in New Castle
66°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
2.3"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
29 Guides Near New Castle
No guides are based in New Castle, 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
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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 Fishing
- Light rain jacket
Virginia Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$47
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Trout license additional.
Species Regulations
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Largemouth and spotted bass are combined for creel and length limits.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
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.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Bowfishing is permitted.