Berlin, MD Fishing Trip — May

Your Berlin, MD Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 57°F9.2" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various

May Weather in Berlin

73°F
Avg High
57°F
Avg Low
9.2"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

2 in Berlin + 48 Nearby

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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

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

Things to Do in Berlin

Activities for your non-fishing days

Maryland Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$20.50
Non-Resident$30.50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Chesapeake Bay sport fishing license and trout stamps available.

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Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round, except catch and release only from March 1 to June 15 in certain tidal waters
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Special regulations may apply in certain areas; consult the Maryland Guide to Fishing for specific locations.

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Applies to non-tidal waters. Check local regulations for tidal waters.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Possession limit is the same as the daily bag limit.

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