Barstow, CA Fishing Trip — May
Your Barstow, CA Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 86°F / Low 60°F0.2" rain · 2 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentHybrid Striped Bass
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
May Weather in Barstow
86°F
Avg High
60°F
Avg Low
0.2"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
5 Guides Near Barstow
No guides are based in Barstow, 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 / fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
California Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$54.00
Non-Resident$145.94
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Ocean enhancement and report card stamps may be required.
Species Regulations
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for closures or special rules.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Largemouth bass and Smallmouth bass count as one species group for the purposes of bag limits. Review specific water body regulations for exceptions.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum
Check specific regulations for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and other water bodies as special rules may apply.