Chatham, MA Fishing Trip — May
Your Chatham, MA Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 52°F4.6" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
9 speciesMay Weather in Chatham
60°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
4.6"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
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For the Season
$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 Chatham
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Massachusetts Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$27.50
Non-Resident$37.50
Requirements
Required for ages 15+. Freshwater license covers all inland waters.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per angler, per day
Size Limit:28-31 inches
Anglers must use a single hook. Circle hooks are required when fishing with natural bait.
Tautog
Season:April 1 to May 15 and August 1 to December 31
Bag Limit:4 per angler
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Specific dates and bag limits may vary by year, so always check the current regulations.
Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per angler per day from shore; 3 per private vessel; 5 per angler on for-hire vessel
Size Limit:No minimum size
Anglers aboard for-hire vessels (charter/party boats) are subject to a 5 fish bag limit.
Fluke
Season:May 25 - October 9 (Dates vary annually)
Bag Limit:5 per angler
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Regulations can change annually, so always check the current rules.










