Nevada City, CA Fishing Trip — May

Your Nevada City, CA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 74°F / Low 47°F1.2" rain · 4 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various

May Weather in Nevada City

74°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
1.2"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

14 Guides Near Nevada City

No guides are based in Nevada City, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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.

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.

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Species Regulations

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

Check specific regulations for the water body you intend to fish, as some locations may have specific limits.

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.

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.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific regulations for the water body you intend to fish, as some locations may have specific limits.

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