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Salmon, ID Fishing Trip — May

Your Salmon, ID Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 43°F1.7" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

May Weather in Salmon

68°F
Avg High
43°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

7 Guides Matched

Solitude River Trips - Solitude River Trips
Solitude River Trips

Solitude River Trips

5(90)Top Rated

Our river trips on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River are unlike any other adventure. Read more about our mission to find out why!

Salmon
Salmon, Idaho
Salmon River Fly Box - Salmon River Fly Box
Salmon River Fly Box

Salmon River Fly Box

4.9(49)Top Rated

Salmon, Idaho's only full service fly shop, fly fishing specific guide service, and online store with items like rods, reels, fly lines, terminal tackle and gif

Salmon
Salmon, Idaho
Middle Fork Adventures - Middle Fork Adventures
Middle Fork Adventures

Middle Fork Adventures

4.9(36)Top Rated

Middle Fork Adventures is your gateway to the premier American river rafting trip, The Middle Fork of the Salmon River, perfect for beginners, families and experts alike. 100 miles of wilderness, hot springs, hiking, luxury camping, kayaking and family fun.

Salmon
Salmon, Idaho
Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters, Salmon River Rafting Trips - Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters, Salmon River Rafting Trips
Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters, Salmon River Rafting Trips

Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters, Salmon River Rafting Trips

5(26)Top Rated
Salmon, Idaho
Aggipah River Trips - Aggipah River Trips
Aggipah River Trips

Aggipah River Trips

5(16)Top Rated

Whitewater rafting trips on Idaho's Middle Fork and Salmon River, family-owned & locally-based since 1977. Camping, hiking, paddling, dutch oven meals. All inclusive

Salmon
Salmon, Idaho
Helfrich Rogue River Trips - Helfrich Rogue River Trips
Helfrich Rogue River Trips

Helfrich Rogue River Trips

5(11)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Salmon, Idaho. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Salmon, Idaho
Helfrich River Outfitters - Helfrich River Outfitters
Helfrich River Outfitters

Helfrich River Outfitters

5(8)Top Rated
Salmon, 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

Walleye

Various
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

Crappie

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

Northern Pike

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

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

Walleye
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.

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.

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

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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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