Smithers, WV Fishing Trip — November

Your Smithers, WV Fishing Trip

November2 peopleFamily Trip
High 54°F / Low 37°F3.2" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in November

Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
White BassLow
White Bass
Various

November Weather in Smithers

54°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
3.2"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

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

5 Guides Near Smithers

No guides are based in Smithers, 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.

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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.

Buy License Online — West Virginia

Species Regulations

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

Check specific water bodies for special regulations.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:20 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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.

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