Elkins, WV Fishing Trip — August
Your Elkins, WV Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 76°F / Low 59°F2.3" rain · 10 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
5 speciesAugust Weather in Elkins
76°F
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
2.3"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
8 Guides Near Elkins
No guides are based in Elkins, 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 / 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.
Species Regulations
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.
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.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.






