Ashland, AL Fishing Trip — May
Your Ashland, AL Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 77°F / Low 61°F7.9" rain · 18 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentFlathead Catfish
Various
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
May Weather in Ashland
77°F
Avg High
61°F
Avg Low
7.9"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
3 Guides Near Ashland
No guides are based in Ashland, 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
Alabama Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$13.10
Non-Resident$51.80
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.
Species Regulations
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Only one flathead catfish over 34 inches may be harvested per day.
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day in combination with largemouth and smallmouth bass
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are combined for purposes of bag limits. Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum total length
Some water bodies may have different size or creel limits. Check local regulations before fishing.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit