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Hartford, KY Fishing Trip — May

Your Hartford, KY Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 56°F5.6" rain · 14 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing

May Weather in Hartford

73°F
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
5.6"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

14 Guides Near Hartford

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

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Hook E'm Up Kentucky Lake Guide Service - Hook E'm Up Kentucky Lake Guide Service
Hook E'm Up Kentucky Lake Guide Service

Hook E'm Up Kentucky Lake Guide Service

5(110)Top Rated

KENTUCKY LAKE FISHING GUIDE SERVICE HOOK EM UP WITH MATT CARTER contact matt Ready to book a trip? Need more information? Get in touch with Matt Carter today!  PHONE OR TEXT (270) 994-3474  E-MAIL [email protected]

Benton, Kentucky
Loveless Outdoor Adventures - Loveless Outdoor Adventures
Loveless Outdoor Adventures

Loveless Outdoor Adventures

5(70)Top Rated

Loveless Outdoor Adventures is your number 1 Bowfishing Guide on Kentucky Lake, Lake Barkley, Tennessee River, and Cumberland River. With years of experience, we can put you on the fish of a life time!

Almo, Kentucky
Captain Kirk's Guide Service - Captain Kirk's Guide Service
Captain Kirk's Guide Service

Captain Kirk's Guide Service

4.9(51)Top Rated

Kentucky Lake fishing guide service. Fish for Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Yellow Bass, Catfish, Bluegill, Red Ear, Sauger, White Bass, Stripers. Check out Kirk's fishing report and current fishing photos

BluegillCatfishCrappie
Benton, Kentucky
F And F Pay Lake - F And F Pay Lake
F And F Pay Lake

F And F Pay Lake

4.3(81)
freshwater
Calhoun, Kentucky
Shelldivers Guide Service - Shelldivers Guide Service
Shelldivers Guide Service

Shelldivers Guide Service

5(25)Top Rated

Discover expert hunting guide services for trophy bucks, duck, and turkey at Kentucky and Barkley Lakes. Navigate remote hunting areas with ease and success. Call now to book your adventure!

Dexter, Kentucky
Double A Guide Service - Double A Guide Service
Double A Guide Service

Double A Guide Service

5(17)Top Rated
Cadiz, Kentucky
Rainbow Guide Service - Rainbow Guide Service
Rainbow Guide Service

Rainbow Guide Service

4.5(11)Top Rated
inshore
Burkesville, Kentucky
Rodney Hairgrove Guide Service - Rodney Hairgrove Guide Service
Rodney Hairgrove Guide Service

Rodney Hairgrove Guide Service

5(4)Top Rated
inshore
Gilbertsville, Kentucky
Kickn Bass Guide Service - Kickn Bass Guide Service
Kickn Bass Guide Service

Kickn Bass Guide Service

4.4(7)

Kick'n Bass Fishing Guide Service on Kentucky Lake. Pontoon family fishing, Captain RIch Bay

freshwaterLargemouth Bass
Benton, Kentucky
Green River Lake Crappie Trips - Green River Lake Crappie Trips
Green River Lake Crappie Trips

Green River Lake Crappie Trips

4.4(7)
freshwater
Columbia, Kentucky
Boating Adventures With Cpt Chris - Boating Adventures With Cpt Chris
Boating Adventures With Cpt Chris

Boating Adventures With Cpt Chris

5(1)Top Rated

Come Fish with Captain Chris for the Best Rough River Lake Fishing experience. Captain Chris is one of the most experienced rough river lake fishing guides

freshwater
McDaniels, Kentucky
Crappie Gills N More - Crappie Gills N More
Crappie Gills N More

Crappie Gills N More

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
Benton, Kentucky
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$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
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Largemouth Bass

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

Hybrid Striped Bass

Various
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

Bluegill

freshwater
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 freshwater / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

Kentucky Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$55
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Trout permit additional for designated trout waters.

Buy License Online — Kentucky

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Consult the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources for specific lake regulations, as some lakes may have different size or creel limits.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Only one fish may be over 24 inches.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum

Consult the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources for specific lake regulations, as some lakes may have different size or creel limits.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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