Gainesville, GA Fishing Trip — May
Your Gainesville, GA Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 60°F8.7" rain · 18 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentWhite Bass
Various
ExcellentCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
May Weather in Gainesville
75°F
Avg High
60°F
Avg Low
8.7"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
7 Guides Matched
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Freshwater Fishing
For the Season
What to Bring
your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else to bring:
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
$1,030
Estimated total for 2 people
$515
per person
Charter $600
Tip $120
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
Things to Do in Gainesville
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
1 / 2
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.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
On Lake Blackshear, the bag limit is 15 crappie per day.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check local water body regulations as some areas may have specific limits.