Bailey Island, ME Fishing Trip — May
Your Bailey Island, ME Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 48°F6.3" rain · 15 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
ExcellentFluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
ExcellentBluefin Tuna
Various
ExcellentBluefish
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentTuna
Trolling · Chunking
GoodHaddock
Various
FairCod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
May Weather in Bailey Island
60°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
6.3"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
1 in Bailey Island + 96 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's Biting By Month
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Maine Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$64
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Separate licenses for fishing, Atlantic salmon, and pheasant.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:28-31 inch slot limit
Anglers must use inline circle hooks when using bait. Check for any emergency regulations or closures.
Tautog
Season:August 15 - December 31
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Check for any emergency regulations or closures.
Fluke
Season:May 1 to December 31
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Check for any specific gear restrictions in certain areas.
Bluefin Tuna
Season:Year-round, subject to federal regulations
Bag Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.
Size Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.
Bluefin Tuna regulations are heavily influenced by federal fisheries management plans and can change frequently. A federal permit is required in addition to a state license.