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Elkton, MN Fishing Trip — May

Your Elkton, MN Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 48°F3" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various

May Weather in Elkton

67°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
3"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

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

3 Guides Near Elkton

No guides are based in Elkton, but these guides operate nearby.

Last Pass Guide Service - Last Pass Guide Service
Last Pass Guide Service

Last Pass Guide Service

5(4)Top Rated

Last Pass Guide Service goose hunting guide service in Rochester Minnesota for giant Canada Geese and Snow Goose Hunts in Missouri and South Dakota.

inshore
Dover, Minnesota
MedCity Adventures Guide Service LLC - MedCity Adventures Guide Service LLC
MedCity Adventures Guide Service LLC

MedCity Adventures Guide Service LLC

5(2)Top Rated

MedCity Adventures Guide Service, LLC is your premier outdoor leisure and recreation expedition experience in Rochester and Southeastern Minnesota.

Rochester, Minnesota
Live To Fish Mississippi River - Live To Fish Mississippi River
Live To Fish Mississippi River

Live To Fish Mississippi River

Hayfield, Minnesota

Mississippi River fishing walleyes on Pool 4 and Lake Pepin out of Red Wing MN.

freshwater
Hayfield, Minnesota
$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

Largemouth Bass

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

Walleye

Various
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

Crappie

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

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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 / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

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.

Walleye
Season:Mid-May to Mid-February
Bag Limit:6
Size Limit:Varies by zone and water body; consult regulations

Walleye regulations vary significantly by zone and specific water body. Consult the Minnesota Fishing Regulations handbook for details.

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.

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.

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