Mount Hope, WV Fishing Trip — August
Your Mount Hope, WV Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 61°F1.1" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
August Weather in Mount Hope
78°F
Avg High
61°F
Avg Low
1.1"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
7 Guides Near Mount Hope
No guides are based in Mount Hope, 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
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.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
Check specific water bodies for special regulations.