Bethel, MN Fishing Trip — May
Your Bethel, MN Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 47°F3.2" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
May Weather in Bethel
68°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
3.2"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
32 Guides Near Bethel
No guides are based in Bethel, but these guides operate 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
Peak
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Minnesota Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$51
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Individual and family licenses available. Trout stamp additional.
Species Regulations
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.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Some lakes may have special regulations with reduced bag limits. Check local regulations.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Late May to Late February
Bag Limit:6
Size Limit:Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: In aggregate, not more than one longer than 17 inches.
Specific regulations may vary by water body; consult the Minnesota Fishing Regulations handbook.