Cairo, WV Fishing Trip — September

Your Cairo, WV Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 58°F3.4" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

5 species
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
CarpGood
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

September Weather in Cairo

79°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
3.4"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 Guides Near Cairo

No guides are based in Cairo, 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 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 Fishing

  • 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

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Only one blue catfish can be greater than 35 inches.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Check specific water bodies for special regulations.

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