Bluefield, WV Fishing Trip — October

Your Bluefield, WV Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 44°F2" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

5 species
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
White BassFair
White Bass
Various
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various

October Weather in Bluefield

62°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
2"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

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

8 Guides Near Bluefield

No guides are based in Bluefield, 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.

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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 freshwater / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

West Virginia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$19
Non-Resident$37
Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Covers all state waters. Trout stamp additional.

Buy License Online — West Virginia

Species Regulations

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

The daily creel limit for black bass (largemouth, smallmouth, spotted) is 6, only one of which can be greater than 18 inches.

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

Check specific water bodies for special regulations.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

No more than four white bass can exceed 15 inches in length.

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