Lakeport, CA Fishing Trip — May
Your Lakeport, CA Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 48°F0.6" rain · 2 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentBrown Trout
Various
ExcellentCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentRainbow Trout
Various
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentWalleye
Various
May Weather in Lakeport
75°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
0.6"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
1 in Lakeport + 13 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 inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
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
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.
Brown Trout
Season:Varies by water body; check specific regulations.
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No more than one trout may exceed 20 inches. Some waters have specific size restrictions; check regulations.
Many waters have special regulations, including catch-and-release only. Check the specific water body regulations before fishing.
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for special closures or restrictions.