Fort Gay, WV Fishing Trip — October

Your Fort Gay, WV Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 69°F / Low 49°F3.3" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting

October Weather in Fort Gay

69°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
3.3"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

5 Guides Near Fort Gay

No guides are based in Fort Gay, 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

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.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Check specific water bodies for special regulations.

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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