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Portland, ME Fishing Trip — May

Your Portland, ME Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 48°F6.4" rain · 17 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

15 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
Bluefin TunaExcellent
Bluefin Tuna
Various
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
FlukeExcellent
Fluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
SkateExcellent
Skate
Various
Atlantic HalibutGood
Atlantic Halibut
Various
TurbotGood
Turbot
Various
HaddockGood
Haddock
Various
StingrayGood
Stingray
Various
PollockGood
Pollock
Various
CodFair
Cod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
HakeFair
Hake
Various
Atlantic CodFair
Atlantic Cod
Various

May Weather in Portland

62°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
6.4"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

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

8 Guides Matched

Rocky Bottom Fisheries - Rocky Bottom Fisheries
Rocky Bottom Fisheries

Rocky Bottom Fisheries

5(349)Top Rated

Portland, Maine has so much to see! Click here to take a closer look at our Lobster tours and sunset cruises at Rocky Bottom Fisheries.

Portland, Maine
Lucky Catch Cruises - Lucky Catch Cruises
Lucky Catch Cruises

Lucky Catch Cruises

4.9(584)Top Rated
Portland, Maine
Rita B. Offshore Fishing Charters - Rita B. Offshore Fishing Charters
Rita B. Offshore Fishing Charters

Rita B. Offshore Fishing Charters

4.8(22)Top Rated

Rita B Offshore Fishing offers a variety of fishing and sightseeing trips departing Portland, Maine

Portland, Maine
Off The Hook Charters - Off The Hook Charters
Off The Hook Charters

Off The Hook Charters

4.8(19)Top Rated

Off the Hook Charters is located in South Portland, Maine. We offer fishing charters, whale watches, sunset cruises, and island tours in Southern Maine.

Portland, Maine
New England Fly Company - New England Fly Company
New England Fly Company

New England Fly Company

5(4)Top Rated

Discover Maine's top fly-fishing regions and family vacation activities. Plan your next trip for brook trout, landlocked salmon, and smallmouth.

Brook TroutSalmonSpeckled Trout
Portland, Maine
Bella Mae Sportfishing Charters - Bella Mae Sportfishing Charters
Bella Mae Sportfishing Charters

Bella Mae Sportfishing Charters

5(2)Top Rated

Bella Mae Sportfishing Charters in South Portland

Portland, Maine
Old Port Charters - Old Port Charters
Old Port Charters

Old Port Charters

5(2)Top Rated

Old Port Charters offers private boat tours, lighthouse tours and guided harbor cruises in Portland Maine. Contact us today to learn more.

Portland, Maine
Sawyer Island Charters - Sawyer Island Charters
Sawyer Island Charters

Sawyer Island Charters

Portland, Maine

inshore
Portland, Maine

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Portland from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Portland

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Portland

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 3

Striped Bass

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

Tautog

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

Bluefin Tuna

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

Tuna

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

Maine Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$64
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Separate licenses for fishing, Atlantic salmon, and pheasant.

Buy License Online — Maine

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.

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.

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.

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.

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