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Murray, KY Fishing Trip — May

Your Murray, KY Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 58°F6.6" rain · 18 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

May Weather in Murray

73°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
6.6"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

1 in Murray + 10 Nearby

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
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
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
Hooked On Cats Guide Service - Hooked On Cats Guide Service
Hooked On Cats Guide Service

Hooked On Cats Guide Service

5(3)Top Rated

Hooked On Cats Guide Service.....pursuing trophy catfish on the Mississippi, Ohio, Cumberland and Tennessee rivers in the western Kentucky region.

Catfish
Lovelaceville, Kentucky
Angling Adventures - Angling Adventures
Angling Adventures

Angling Adventures

5(1)Top Rated

Kentucky Lake Guide Service from Angling Adventures. Let John Morgan take you crappie and bass fishing!

freshwaterLargemouth BassCrappie
Murray, Kentucky
Crappie Gills N More - Crappie Gills N More
Crappie Gills N More

Crappie Gills N More

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
Benton, Kentucky
Nativ Guide Service - Nativ Guide Service
Nativ Guide Service

Nativ Guide Service

3(1)

Kentucky Lake, Lake Barkley, Tennessee and Cumberland River Bowfishing Guide Service, Eddyville, KY

freshwaterbowfishing
Eddyville, Kentucky
$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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Striped Bass

both
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

White Bass

Various
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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Benton4 guides · 17 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 inshore / freshwater / bowfishing 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

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Only one fish may be over 24 inches.

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

White bass are abundant in Kentucky, and there are no restrictions on harvest.

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

Only one fish may be over 24 inches.

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