Springfield, GA Fishing Trip — May
Your Springfield, GA Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 66°F7.3" rain · 12 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentHybrid Striped Bass
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
May Weather in Springfield
84°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
7.3"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
31 Guides Near Springfield
No guides are based in Springfield, 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 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
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp may be taken by bow and arrow.
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.
Hybrid Striped 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.
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.