Litchfield, CT Fishing Trip — May
Your Litchfield, CT Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 64°F / Low 49°F9.8" rain · 20 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentBrown Trout
Various
May Weather in Litchfield
64°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
9.8"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
33 Guides Near Litchfield
No guides are based in Litchfield, but these guides operate 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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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
Connecticut Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$55
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland and marine licenses available.
Species Regulations
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:26-inch minimum
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.
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.