Menan, ID Fishing Trip — May

Your Menan, ID Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 69°F / Low 43°F1.2" rain · 4 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various

May Weather in Menan

69°F
Avg High
43°F
Avg Low
1.2"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

7 Guides Near Menan

No guides are based in Menan, 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 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.

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

Check specific water body regulations for 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.

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