Colchester, CT Fishing Trip — May
Your Colchester, CT Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 65°F / Low 50°F10.5" rain · 14 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
5 species
ExcellentRainbow Trout
Various
ExcellentBrown Trout
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
May Weather in Colchester
65°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
10.5"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
2 in Colchester + 51 Nearby
$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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Connecticut Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$55
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland and marine licenses available.
Species Regulations
Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round, but check specific waterbody regulations
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit, unless specified for a specific waterbody
Many Trout Management Areas have specific regulations, including catch and release only. Consult the CT DEEP fishing guide for details.
Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Some areas are designated as Trout Management Areas with specific regulations.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Special regulations may apply to specific bodies of water. Check the CT DEEP fishing guide for details.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:26-inch minimum