FishingCharterFinder Logo

South Lake Tahoe, CA Fishing Trip — May

Your South Lake Tahoe, CA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 64°F / Low 40°F0.7" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

May Weather in South Lake Tahoe

64°F
Avg High
40°F
Avg Low
0.7"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

6 Guides Matched

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
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
Scotty's Sportfishing - Scotty's Sportfishing
Scotty's Sportfishing

Scotty's Sportfishing

5(26)Top Rated
South Lake Tahoe, California
Eagle Point Sport Fishing - Eagle Point Sport Fishing
Eagle Point Sport Fishing

Eagle Point Sport Fishing

5(12)Top Rated
South Lake Tahoe, California
Nor Cal Charters - Nor Cal Charters
Nor Cal Charters

Nor Cal Charters

4.8(10)Top Rated

Our fleet of high-performance vessels, CA and NV licenses, and a professional staff make us the premier sport fishing company on Lake Tahoe.

freshwater
South Lake Tahoe, California
Tahoetopliners Sportfishing - Tahoetopliners Sportfishing
Tahoetopliners Sportfishing

Tahoetopliners Sportfishing

5(5)Top Rated

Lake Tahoe fishing , Tahoe Topliners sportfishing is the number 1 Lake Tahoe's fishing company, Lake Tahoe's Best since 1996!

freshwater
South Lake Tahoe, California
$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
1 / 2

Striped Bass

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

Brown Trout

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

Catfish

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

Smallmouth Bass

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Truckee6 guides · 30 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

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.

Start Over