Hamilton, WA Fishing Trip — December

Your Hamilton, WA Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 45°F / Low 35°F22.7" rain · 23 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeFair
Northern Pike
Various
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various

December Weather in Hamilton

45°F
Avg High
35°F
Avg Low
22.7"
Rainfall
23
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

14 Guides Near Hamilton

No guides are based in Hamilton, 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 Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Washington Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30.05
Non-Resident$84.50
Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Freshwater, saltwater, and combination licenses available. Catch record card required for salmon/steelhead.

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Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Check specific lake regulations as some have different limits or are catch-and-release only.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Northern Pike are a prohibited species in Washington, and must be killed if caught. Anglers should report any Northern Pike caught.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Varies by water body
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:Varies by water body

Regulations vary significantly by water body. Consult the Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for specific locations.

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