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Ruston, LA Fishing Trip — May

Your Ruston, LA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 64°F6.9" rain · 17 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

May Weather in Ruston

82°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
6.9"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Near Ruston

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

Martin's Guide Service - Martin's Guide Service
Martin's Guide Service

Martin's Guide Service

5(297)Top Rated

Find answers to your frequently asked questions about guided fishing charters by the expert anglers at Martin's Guide Service.

Noble, Louisiana
Living the Dream Guide Service on Toledo Bend - Living the Dream Guide Service on Toledo Bend
Living the Dream Guide Service on Toledo Bend

Living the Dream Guide Service on Toledo Bend

4.7(174)Top Rated
Many, Louisiana
Sac-A-lait Slab Hunter Guide Service - Sac-A-lait Slab Hunter Guide Service
Sac-A-lait Slab Hunter Guide Service

Sac-A-lait Slab Hunter Guide Service

4(15)
Many, Louisiana
Sacalait Slab Hunter Guide Service - Sacalait Slab Hunter Guide Service
Sacalait Slab Hunter Guide Service

Sacalait Slab Hunter Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
Many, Louisiana
Ltd Marina - Ltd Marina
Ltd Marina

Ltd Marina

5(1)Top Rated

Get ready for a outdoor experience that exceeds expectations! We specialize in bass and crappie fishing, we are professional guides that are knowledgeable and consistent at providing year-round fishing fun and lasting memories. We can serve your needs on Toledo Bend, Sam Rayburn or anywhere you may want to venture.

freshwaterLargemouth BassCrappie
Many, Louisiana
Honey Brake Lodge - Honey Brake Lodge
Honey Brake Lodge

Honey Brake Lodge

4.8Top Rated

World class hunting, fishing, clay shooting, dog training, and lodge in Louisiana's wildlife-rich delta region.

Jonesville, Louisiana
$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

Hybrid Striped Bass

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

Spotted Bass

freshwater
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

Striped Bass

both
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 inshore / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

Louisiana Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$9.50
Non-Resident$60
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Basic freshwater license. Saltwater license additional.

Buy License Online — Louisiana

Species Regulations

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No more than 2 over 20 inches
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day in aggregate with Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass
Size Limit:No size limit

In Lake Ouachita and its tributaries, the daily take and possession limit for black bass (largemouth, spotted, smallmouth, and Guadalupe bass, singly or in combination) is 6, only one of which may exceed 17 inches total length.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Special regulations may apply on certain bodies of water; consult the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries regulations.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Only two striped bass in the daily creel may exceed 30 inches total length.

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