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Burley, ID Fishing Trip — May

Your Burley, ID Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 46°F0.7" rain · 5 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

May Weather in Burley

73°F
Avg High
46°F
Avg Low
0.7"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

5 Guides Near Burley

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

Sun Valley Outfitters - Sun Valley Outfitters
Sun Valley Outfitters

Sun Valley Outfitters

4.9(89)Top Rated

We think we have some of the best fly-fishing guides in the business at Sun Valley Outfitters. Learn more about our guides who might take you out for a fun day of fly-fishing.

Ketchum, Idaho
Lost River Outfitters - Lost River Outfitters
Lost River Outfitters

Lost River Outfitters

4.6(69)Top Rated

208-726-1706 - Find your fishing, hiking and bird hunting experts at Lost River Outfitters.

Ketchum, Idaho
Idaho Angling Services, LLC - Idaho Angling Services, LLC
Idaho Angling Services, LLC

Idaho Angling Services, LLC

5(24)Top Rated

Sun Valley flyfishing & Ketchum fly fishing guided on Silver Creek the Big Wood River and the Big Lost River. Custom Idaho guided fishing trips.

Bellevue, Idaho
Far & Away Adventures - Far & Away Adventures
Far & Away Adventures

Far & Away Adventures

4.6(33)Top Rated

Far and Away employs a “homegrown” crew of experienced river guides, All guides speak in depth on topics pertinent to the area, and many have musical talent

Sun Valley, Idaho
Bristol Bay Sportfishing - Bristol Bay Sportfishing
Bristol Bay Sportfishing

Bristol Bay Sportfishing

4(1)
inshore
Kimberly, Idaho
$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

Smallmouth Bass

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

Crappie

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Rainbow Trout

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

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

Idaho Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30.50
Non-Resident$98
Requirements

Required for ages 14+. Steelhead and salmon permits sold separately.

Buy License Online — Idaho

Species Regulations

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to the general rules.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to the general rules. Some waters are catch-and-release only for trout.

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