Columbus, GA Fishing Trip — May
Your Columbus, GA Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 64°F9.4" rain · 16 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentWhite Bass
Various
May Weather in Columbus
84°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
9.4"
Rainfall
16
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
9 Guides Near Columbus
No guides are based in Columbus, but these guides operate nearby.
$790
Estimated total for 2 people
$395
per person
Charter $400
Tip $80
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
What to Bring
your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else you should bring:
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
Georgia Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Includes freshwater fishing. Trout stamp additional $5 if needed.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum
Check local water body regulations as some areas may have specific limits, especially on the Savannah River and its tributaries.
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Some public fishing areas and reservoirs may have specific regulations; check local rules.
Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Check specific regulations for the body of water you intend to fish, as some areas may have more restrictive rules.