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Craig, CO Fishing Trip — May

Your Craig, CO Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 38°F1.5" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

May Weather in Craig

66°F
Avg High
38°F
Avg Low
1.5"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Near Craig

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

Steamboat Springs Boat Rentals and Guided Fishing at Stagecoach Marina - Steamboat Springs Boat Rentals and Guided Fishing at Stagecoach Marina
Steamboat Springs Boat Rentals and Guided Fishing at Stagecoach Marina

Steamboat Springs Boat Rentals and Guided Fishing at Stagecoach Marina

4.8(212)Top Rated

Stagecoach Marina offers boat rentals from stand up paddleboards to pontoon boats, and guided fishing tours. We also offer dock slips, a small camp store with food and camping items. Book your time on the water with us today! We can't wait to see you!

Oak Creek, Colorado
Steamboat Flyfisher - Steamboat Flyfisher
Steamboat Flyfisher

Steamboat Flyfisher

4.8(181)Top Rated
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Freestone Anglers - Freestone Anglers
Freestone Anglers

Freestone Anglers

5(19)Top Rated

Explore the finest fly fishing in the Elk River Valley near Clark Colorado on private land with experienced guides

Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Steamboat Ice Fishing Charters - Steamboat Ice Fishing Charters
Steamboat Ice Fishing Charters

Steamboat Ice Fishing Charters

5(19)Top Rated

Guided fishing trips near Steamboat Springs. Guaranteed catches on Stagecoach Reservoir fishing tours throughout winter and summer.

Oak Creek, Colorado
Fishing In Steamboat - Fishing In Steamboat
Fishing In Steamboat

Fishing In Steamboat

5(5)Top Rated

Experience the best of steamboat fishing with our professional guides. Explore the waters and create memories that last a lifetime.

Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Steamboat Fishing Adventures - Steamboat Fishing Adventures
Steamboat Fishing Adventures

Steamboat Fishing Adventures

5(2)Top Rated

Steamboat Fishing Adventures offer Steamboat Springs Lake and Ice Fishing Adventures for visotors and locals. Our trips visit Steamboat Lake, Stagecoach Reservoir and Pearl Lake

freshwater
Oak Creek, Colorado
$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

Brown Trout

Various
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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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Channel Catfish

freshwater
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Also Consider Fishing In...

Steamboat Springs3 guides · 36 miOak Creek3 guides · 39 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

Colorado Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$36.08
Non-Resident$97.97
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Includes fishing in both lakes and streams.

Buy License Online — Colorado

Species Regulations

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Bag limit is for trout, grayling, and kokanee salmon in aggregate. Special regulations apply on specific waters; consult the Colorado Parks and Wildlife fishing regulations brochure.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific regulations for individual bodies of water as special rules may apply.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for closures or special rules.

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