Tumwater, WA Fishing Trip — March
Your Tumwater, WA Fishing Trip
March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 53°F / Low 40°F5.8" rain · 23 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in March
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodNorthern Pike
Various
March Weather in Tumwater
53°F
Avg High
40°F
Avg Low
5.8"
Rainfall
23
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
18 Guides Near Tumwater
No guides are based in Tumwater, 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
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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 / freshwater Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- 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.
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.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
No closed season or size/catch limits, but check specific water body regulations for exceptions.
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.