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Washington, GA Fishing Trip — May

Your Washington, GA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 62°F8.8" rain · 18 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

May Weather in Washington

79°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
8.8"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

7 Guides Near Washington

No guides are based in Washington, but these guides operate nearby.

Blake on the Lake Fishing Charters - Blake on the Lake Fishing Charters
Blake on the Lake Fishing Charters

Blake on the Lake Fishing Charters

5(21)Top Rated
Sparta, Georgia
Jerry Kotal's Fishing Guide Service - Jerry Kotal's Fishing Guide Service
Jerry Kotal's Fishing Guide Service

Jerry Kotal's Fishing Guide Service

5(13)Top Rated

Fishing on Lake Russell, Hartwell, and Clarks Hill guided by Jerry Kotal's Fishing Guide Service

Elberton, Georgia
Wilson's Guide Service - Wilson's Guide Service
Wilson's Guide Service

Wilson's Guide Service

4.9(12)Top Rated

Top Fishing Charters in Lake Hartwell and Lake Clarkhill, Georgia

Elberton, Georgia
Lake Oconee Fishing Guides - Lake Oconee Fishing Guides
Lake Oconee Fishing Guides

Lake Oconee Fishing Guides

4.9(8)Top Rated

One of Our Lake Oconee fishing guides John Duvall is an ideal example of what a fishing guide can do for novice and professional anglers alike. Book your fishing trip now!

Madison, Georgia
Jody’S Guide Service - Jody’S Guide Service
Jody’S Guide Service

Jody’S Guide Service

5(7)Top Rated
inshore
Elberton, Georgia
William Sasser Guide Service - William Sasser Guide Service
William Sasser Guide Service

William Sasser Guide Service

4.1(9)

Turn to William Sasser Fishing Charters, LLC in Appling, GA for tours and charters of the beautiful Clarks Hill Lake.

Appling, Georgia
Gone Fishing with Capt Bill Wheeler - Gone Fishing with Capt Bill Wheeler
Gone Fishing with Capt Bill Wheeler

Gone Fishing with Capt Bill Wheeler

5(1)Top Rated
Sparta, Georgia
$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
1 / 2

Flathead Catfish

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Spotted Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Carp

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluegill

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Gainesville7 guides · 74 miElberton3 guides · 24 miMcCaysville2 guides · 18 miFlowery Branch2 guides · 75 miSparta2 guides · 34 mi

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.

Buy License Online — Georgia

Species Regulations

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers are encouraged to report tagged catfish to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp may be taken by bow and arrow.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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