Malta, ID Fishing Trip — May

Your Malta, ID Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 46°F1.1" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various

May Weather in Malta

71°F
Avg High
46°F
Avg Low
1.1"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

2 Guides Near Malta

No guides are based in Malta, 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 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

Brown Trout
Season:Varies by water body
Bag Limit:Varies by water body
Size Limit:Varies by water body

Regulations vary greatly by location. Consult the Idaho Fish and Game regulations booklet for specific water body 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.

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.

Northern Pike
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 areas may have more restrictive limits.

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