North Pole, AK Fishing Trip — May
Your North Pole, AK Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 58°F / Low 37°F1.8" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentFlathead Catfish
Various
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
May Weather in North Pole
58°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
4 Guides Near North Pole
No guides are based in North Pole, 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 / fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
Alaska Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$29
Non-Resident$145
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. King salmon stamp required additionally.
Species Regulations
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth Bass are not native to Alaska and are only found in a few stocked lakes, primarily in the Southeast region.
Flathead Catfish
Season:Closed
Bag Limit:0
Size Limit:No retention allowed
Flathead Catfish are not found in Alaska.
Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass are not native to Alaska and are unlikely to be found in Alaskan waters. Regulations are not defined.