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Surprise, AZ Fishing Trip — May

Your Surprise, AZ Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 92°F / Low 65°F0.6" rain · 4 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in May

CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

May Weather in Surprise

92°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
0.6"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

1 in Surprise + 3 Nearby

Lo Water Guide Service llc - Lo Water Guide Service llc
Lo Water Guide Service llc

Lo Water Guide Service llc

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Experience fishing with a pro Arizona fishing guide, Derek Rivchin from Phoenix. Book a Fall date for carp fishing, fly fishing, and more!

Carp
Phoenix, Arizona
Reel'em In Adventures - Reel'em In Adventures
Reel'em In Adventures

Reel'em In Adventures

4.9(41)Top Rated

Reel'em In Adventures is a Licensed Guided Fishing Serivce with Warren Risberg at Lake Pleasant in Peoria, Arizona on a 2018 Lowe SF234 23' 7" Pontoon Boat Striper Bass, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, White Bass, Carp, Flathead Catfish, Crappie

CarpCatfishCrappie
Surprise, Arizona
No-Limit-Fishing - No-Limit-Fishing
No-Limit-Fishing

No-Limit-Fishing

5(15)Top Rated

Experience Arizona bass fishing like never before! Join us on Lake Pleasant for an unforgettable day of fishing and relaxation.

Largemouth Bass
Morristown, Arizona
Fishing With Gary Senft - Fishing With Gary Senft
Fishing With Gary Senft

Fishing With Gary Senft

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inshore
Phoenix, Arizona

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Surprise from ~$150/night
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Pickup in Surprise

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Surprise

Activities for your non-fishing days

Boat Tours & Cruises
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What's Biting By Month

Peak

Carp

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Blue Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

White Bass

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Arizona Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$37
Non-Resident$55
Requirements

Required for ages 10+. Includes both warm and cold water fishing.

Buy License Online — Arizona

Species Regulations

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp are considered a non-game fish in Arizona.

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:13-inch minimum

Check specific water body regulations as exceptions to statewide rules exist.

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