Dunbar, WV Fishing Trip — August
Your Dunbar, WV Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 65°F0.4" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
GoodWhite Bass
Various
GoodChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
August Weather in Dunbar
84°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
0.4"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
3 Guides Near Dunbar
No guides are based in Dunbar, 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 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.
Species 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.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Combined creel limit of 4 for channel and flathead catfish.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Check specific water bodies for special regulations.