Beaver Bay, MN Fishing Trip — May

Your Beaver Bay, MN Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 56°F / Low 41°F1.4" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Chinook SalmonExcellent
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various

May Weather in Beaver Bay

56°F
Avg High
41°F
Avg Low
1.4"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

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

23 Guides Near Beaver Bay

No guides are based in Beaver Bay, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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 to Bring

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

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • 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)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Minnesota Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$51
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Individual and family licenses available. Trout stamp additional.

Buy License Online — Minnesota

Species Regulations

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Varies by location; generally late May/early June - February
Bag Limit:Varies by location; typically 3-5
Size Limit:Varies by location; some catch and release only areas

Check the specific regulations for the lake or river you plan to fish as limits and size restrictions vary. Some waters are catch-and-release only.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day; possession limit of 3
Size Limit:Varies by zone; may have protected slot limits

Size limits vary by zone to protect spawning populations. Consult the Minnesota fishing regulations booklet for specific zone regulations.

Chinook Salmon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day in Lake Superior and its tributaries; 1 per day in inland waters
Size Limit:No size limit

Regulations can vary significantly between Lake Superior, its tributaries, and inland waters. Consult the Minnesota Fishing Regulations booklet for specific details.

Steelhead
Season:See specific stream regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by stream; check regulations
Size Limit:Varies by stream; check regulations

Steelhead regulations vary greatly by stream and time of year. Consult the Minnesota Fishing Regulations booklet for specific stream regulations.

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