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Melba, ID Fishing Trip — May

Your Melba, ID Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 76°F / Low 52°F0.5" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various

May Weather in Melba

76°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
0.5"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

3 Guides Near Melba

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

Acute Angling - Acute Angling
Acute Angling

Acute Angling

4.9(35)Top Rated
Meridian, Idaho
Vice Outdoors LLC - Vice Outdoors LLC
Vice Outdoors LLC

Vice Outdoors LLC

4.9(23)Top Rated

Explore the breathtaking Boise river with our expert fly fishing guides. Choose a customized trip or an informative fly fishing class. Become a better angler!

Caldwell, Idaho
Bottorff Guide Service - Bottorff Guide Service
Bottorff Guide Service

Bottorff Guide Service

Meridian, Idaho

Fly Fishing Guide, Oregon fly fishing, Idaho fly fishing

fly fishing
Meridian, 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

Largemouth Bass

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

Channel Catfish

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

Brown Trout

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Meridian2 guides · 18 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 fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray

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

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.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for potential exceptions.

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.

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.

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