Sacramento, CA Fishing Trip — May

Your Sacramento, CA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 87°F / Low 57°F0.1" rain · 1 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in May

White SturgeonExcellent
White Sturgeon
Various
Green SturgeonGood
Green Sturgeon
Various

May Weather in Sacramento

87°F
Avg High
57°F
Avg Low
0.1"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days

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

1 in Sacramento + 13 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.

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 / freshwater / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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.

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Species Regulations

White Sturgeon
Season:Year-round, but may be closed in specific areas
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:42 inches to 48 inches total length

Specific closures and regulations apply to certain waters, including the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Check current regulations before fishing.

Green Sturgeon
Season:Closed
Bag Limit:0
Size Limit:N/A

Green sturgeon may not be taken or possessed. All incidental catches must be immediately released unharmed.

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