York Harbor, ME Fishing Trip — May
Your York Harbor, ME Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 49°F7.2" rain · 17 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
ExcellentBluefin Tuna
Various
ExcellentBluefish
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentFluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
ExcellentTuna
Trolling · Chunking
GoodHaddock
Various
FairCod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
May Weather in York Harbor
62°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
7.2"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
1 in York Harbor + 62 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.
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.
Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check for any emergency regulations or closures.