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Sonora, CA Fishing Trip — May

Your Sonora, CA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 74°F / Low 50°F0.2" rain · 2 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing

May Weather in Sonora

74°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
0.2"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

43 Guides Near Sonora

No guides are based in Sonora, but these guides operate nearby.

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Tahoe Sport Fishing - John Shearer
John Shearer

Tahoe Sport Fishing

4.9(1540)Top Rated

Enjoy the best fishing on Lake Tahoe with a public or private charter from Tahoe Sport Fishing. Fishing trips offered daily. All ages welcome. Book online!

freshwater
South Lake Tahoe, California
Kittredge Sports - Joe Joerger
Joe Joerger

Kittredge Sports

4.5(354)Top Rated

Proudly serving Mammoth Lakes for 58 Years! Premier outdoor and ski shop specializing in all your winter activies. Rentals, Retail, & Repair.

freshwater
Mammoth Lakes, California
Sierra Drifters Guide Service - Sierra Drifters Guide Service
Sierra Drifters Guide Service

Sierra Drifters Guide Service

5(127)Top Rated

We guide you to trophy trout fishing in the eastern sierra using a fun and user friendly approach to fly fishing with our expert team.

Speckled Trout
Mammoth Lakes, California
Mile High Fishing Charters - Mile High Fishing Charters
Mile High Fishing Charters

Mile High Fishing Charters

4.9(128)Top Rated

Winner of "Best in Tahoe 2019". Mile High Fishing Charters is the premier fishing guide service in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Offering Daily to Multi day trips.

South Lake Tahoe, California
Gilligans Guide Service - Gilligans Guide Service
Gilligans Guide Service

Gilligans Guide Service

4.9(113)Top Rated

Whether your in pursuit of you biggest brown ever, want to advance your euro nymphing skills, or you just want to learn how to enjoy the most relaxing and addicting pastime, our guided fly fishing trips offer an unparalleled adventure, tailored to suit every angler's dream.  For those craving a taste of the wild, our w

Truckee, California
Reel-Lentless Fishing Charters - Reel-Lentless Fishing Charters
Reel-Lentless Fishing Charters

Reel-Lentless Fishing Charters

5(83)Top Rated

To check availability and book your Lake Tahoe Fishing Charter call 530-318-5525 Come experience the unsurpassed beauty and unforgettable fishing that Lake Tahoe has to offer. Seat up to 6 on the Reel-Lentless custom boat built by Rogue Jet. Each charter contains hours of fun filled excitement while fishing America's largest Alpine Lake. With years of…

Carnelian Bay, California
Echo Adventure Cooperative - Echo Adventure Cooperative
Echo Adventure Cooperative

Echo Adventure Cooperative

4.8(94)Top Rated

Providing socially and environmentally sustainable travel, and adventure goods and services through our worker-owned cooperative. Including backcountry hikes, family tours, backpacking, and fly fishing in Yosemite National Park!

Groveland, California
Matt Heron Fly Fishing - Matt Heron Fly Fishing
Matt Heron Fly Fishing

Matt Heron Fly Fishing

4.9(82)Top Rated
Olympic Valley, California
SWA Watersports - Lake Tahoe Boat Rentals - SWA Watersports - Lake Tahoe Boat Rentals
SWA Watersports - Lake Tahoe Boat Rentals

SWA Watersports - Lake Tahoe Boat Rentals

4.7(67)Top Rated

SWA Watersports 24′ Bennington LUX 27′ Bennington RCL 27' Bennington RCL - Capt Chairs (250hp) Pontoon Rentals If luxury, comfort, and performance is what you're looking for check out our Lake Tahoe pontoon rental boats. Bennington Tritoons FUEL & TAX INCLUDED WITH ALL RENTAL RATES ...

Homewood, California
Full Throttle Tahoe - Full Throttle Tahoe
Full Throttle Tahoe

Full Throttle Tahoe

5(43)Top Rated

Full Throttle Tahoe is Located in North Lake Tahoe. Offering Boat Rentals, Waverunners Rentals, Kayaks, Paddle Boards and Watersport's lessons. Take an amazing and romantic tour of Lake Tahoe.

Kings Beach, California
Wild Fly Anglers - Wild Fly Anglers
Wild Fly Anglers

Wild Fly Anglers

5(30)Top Rated

Wild Fly Anglers. Providing memorable experiences through the joy of fly fishing. Guided fly fishing trips in the Eastern Sierras. Mammoth Lakes, Crowley Lake, Upper and Lower Owens River, Bridgeport Reservoir, East Walker River. wildflyanglers.com

Mammoth Lakes, California
Performance Anglers - Performance Anglers
Performance Anglers

Performance Anglers

5(29)Top Rated
Mammoth Lakes, California
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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's Biting By Month

Peak
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Hybrid Striped Bass

Various
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Spotted Bass

freshwater
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Crappie

freshwater
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M
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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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South Lake Tahoe6 guides · 70 mi

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 Fishing

  • 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.

Buy License Online — California

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.

Spotted 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.

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.

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