Monument, CO Fishing Trip — May

Your Monument, CO Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 37°F5.4" rain · 13 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

May Weather in Monument

62°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
5.4"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

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

13 Guides Near Monument

No guides are based in Monument, but these guides operate 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 Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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

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

Check specific regulations for individual bodies of water as special rules may apply, including Gold Medal Waters.

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.

Smallmouth 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.

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