La Fayette, AL Fishing Trip — May
Your La Fayette, AL Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 80°F / Low 62°F8.4" rain · 18 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
5 species
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentWhite Bass
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
ExcellentChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
May Weather in La Fayette
80°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
8.4"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
3 Guides Near La Fayette
No guides are based in La Fayette, 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
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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
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.
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
No specific notes.
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.
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:Must be over 34 inches
Only one blue catfish over 34 inches may be harvested per angler per day from Alabama public waters.