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Boy River, MN Fishing Trip — May

Your Boy River, MN Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 45°F1.6" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various

May Weather in Boy River

68°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

38 Guides Near Boy River

No guides are based in Boy River, but these guides operate nearby.

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First City Guide Service - First City Guide Service
First City Guide Service

First City Guide Service

4.8(137)Top Rated

We offer fully guided fishing trips in the Bemidji, MN area along with Leech Lake, Cass Lake, and Lake Winnie. Upper Red Lake Rentals in the winter. First City Guide Service

Bemidji, Minnesota
Kevin Cochran’s Musky Guide Service - Kevin Cochran’s Musky Guide Service
Kevin Cochran’s Musky Guide Service

Kevin Cochran’s Musky Guide Service

4.9(74)Top Rated
Bemidji, Minnesota
Leisure Outdoor Adventures - Leisure Outdoor Adventures
Leisure Outdoor Adventures

Leisure Outdoor Adventures

4.9(67)Top Rated

Leisure Outdoor Adventures Fishing Guide Service (LOA) is a world class outfitter business headquartered in Walker, Vermilion and Brainerd Minnesota.

Walker, Minnesota
Walleyedan's Guide Service - Walleyedan's Guide Service
Walleyedan's Guide Service

Walleyedan's Guide Service

5(58)Top Rated

Walleyedan, Brainerd Fishing Guide Service. Book a fishing trip, find fishing reports, tips and equipment recommendations.

Nisswa, Minnesota
J & K Marine - J & K Marine
J & K Marine

J & K Marine

4.8(63)Top Rated

With our selection of new and used vehicles in stock at Detroit Lakes, MN, as your J & K Marine Dealer, we will have the perfect vehicle for you! Please browse our extensive inventory today!

Walker, Minnesota
Latitude 218 Outfitters - Latitude 218 Outfitters
Latitude 218 Outfitters

Latitude 218 Outfitters

4.9(40)Top Rated

Latitude 218 outfitters serves the Bemidji area with Pontoon, jetski, boat, kayak, canoe, paddleboard rentals

Bemidji, Minnesota
Kokomo Fishing Resort - Kokomo Fishing Resort
Kokomo Fishing Resort

Kokomo Fishing Resort

4.8(36)Top Rated

Minnesota Fishing Resort & Cabins & Walleye Fishing

Marcell, Minnesota
Lucky Lynch's Guide Service - Lucky Lynch's Guide Service
Lucky Lynch's Guide Service

Lucky Lynch's Guide Service

5(25)Top Rated

Learn about my journey, passion for fishing, and commitment to providing unforgettable fishing adventures.

Breezy Point, Minnesota
Leech Lake Guide Service - Leech Lake Guide Service
Leech Lake Guide Service

Leech Lake Guide Service

4.9(25)Top Rated

With the recent storms both patterns for Lindy rigging and pulling cranks have changed a bit with dropping water temps. However, we are still finding fish!

Walker, Minnesota
Wheezy Outdoors - Wheezy Outdoors
Wheezy Outdoors

Wheezy Outdoors

4.9(21)Top Rated

Get the most Up-To-Date Current Hunting and Fishing Reports for Northern Minnesota, along with stories and much more!

Remer, Minnesota
George Wells Fishing Trips - George Wells Fishing Trips
George Wells Fishing Trips

George Wells Fishing Trips

4.6(27)Top Rated
inshore
Longville, Minnesota
You Bet! Fishing Guide Service - You Bet! Fishing Guide Service
You Bet! Fishing Guide Service

You Bet! Fishing Guide Service

5(16)Top Rated

Park Rapids Fishing Guides

Park Rapids, Minnesota
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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's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Northern Pike

Various
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M
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A
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O
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D

Rainbow Trout

Various
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Walker8 guides · 22 miGrand Rapids7 guides · 29 miBrainerd7 guides · 55 miBemidji7 guides · 41 miGarrison3 guides · 64 miWaskish3 guides · 71 mi

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

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.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round in some streams; varies by lake
Bag Limit:5 per day (combined with other trout species)
Size Limit:No size limit in most lakes; varies by stream

Some streams have special regulations, including catch-and-release only sections. Check specific regulations for the waterbody.

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.

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.

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