Portal, GA Fishing Trip — May

Your Portal, GA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 85°F / Low 66°F4.8" rain · 12 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in May

FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
CobiaExcellent
Cobia
Various

May Weather in Portal

85°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
4.8"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

51 Guides Near Portal

No guides are based in Portal, 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

Georgia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Includes freshwater fishing. Trout stamp additional $5 if needed.

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Species Regulations

Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Gigging for flounder is permitted.

Cobia
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day, 2 per vessel per day
Size Limit:36-inch fork length minimum, 50-inch fork length maximum

Federal regulations may apply in federal waters. Check current regulations before fishing.

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