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Richmond, CA Fishing Trip — May

Your Richmond, CA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 52°F0.2" rain · 1 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

May Weather in Richmond

73°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
0.2"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

3 Guides Matched

Bill's Sportfishing and Guide Service - Bill's Sportfishing and Guide Service
Bill's Sportfishing and Guide Service

Bill's Sportfishing and Guide Service

5(10)Top Rated

San Francisco Bay Charter Fishing and Ocean,Delta, Bay Area Charter Fishing Sacramento and American Rivers Halibut,Salmon,Sturgeon,Steelhead,Striper,

HalibutSalmonSteelhead
Richmond, California
Reel Obsession Sportfishing - Reel Obsession Sportfishing
Reel Obsession Sportfishing

Reel Obsession Sportfishing

5Top Rated

Northen California fishing charter, salmon, halibut, rock cod, lingcod, sturgeon, tuna. Specializing in custom fishing charters from half moon bay to the oregon border. Reel Obsession Sportfishing

CodHalibutLingcod
Richmond, California
David Rooney Fishing - David Rooney Fishing
David Rooney Fishing

David Rooney Fishing

Richmond, California

Discover thrilling fishing opportunities in San Francisco with David Rooney Fishing!

inshore
Richmond, California

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
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Richmond from ~$150/night
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Pickup in Richmond

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

Things to Do in Richmond

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak

Largemouth Bass

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

Crappie

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

Channel Catfish

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

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.

Buy License Online — California

Species Regulations

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.

Crappie
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.

Channel Catfish
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.

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