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Grand Rapids, MN Fishing Trip — May

Your Grand Rapids, MN Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 45°F1.3" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various

May Weather in Grand Rapids

67°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
1.3"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

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

7 Guides Matched

Grand Rapids Guide Service - Grand Rapids Guide Service
Grand Rapids Guide Service

Grand Rapids Guide Service

5(15)Top Rated

Minnesota Fishing Guide Lyle Unger of Grand Rapids Guide Service offers guided fishing trips on Minnesota's northcentral lakes and rivers. Experience the difference a knowledgeable, skilled and personable professional fishing guide makes when it comes to putting you on the walleye, northern pike, bass, crappie, bluegill, perch, muskie, lake trout or other fish.

BluegillCrappieLake Trout
Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Northern Drift Outfitters Fishing Guide Service - Northern Drift Outfitters Fishing Guide Service
Northern Drift Outfitters Fishing Guide Service

Northern Drift Outfitters Fishing Guide Service

5(14)Top Rated

Fishing Guide Service located in Grand Rapids, MN. Our Guide Service provides guided fishing trips on Lake Winnie, Red Lake, Leech Lake, Pokegama Lake.

Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Royal Guide Service - Royal Guide Service
Royal Guide Service

Royal Guide Service

5(13)Top Rated

Guided Fishing Trips on northern Minnesota lakes and rivers by Minnesota fishing guide Roy Girtz of Grand Rapids, MN. We treat our clients like royalty!

Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Moo Moo's Guide Service - Moo Moo's Guide Service
Moo Moo's Guide Service

Moo Moo's Guide Service

5(7)Top Rated
Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Early Bird Fishing Guide Jeff Sundin - Early Bird Fishing Guide Jeff Sundin
Early Bird Fishing Guide Jeff Sundin

Early Bird Fishing Guide Jeff Sundin

5(2)Top Rated

Guided fishing trips with Jeff Sundin can be purchased and paid for using this page. Gift Certificates are sold on an as available basis, and are valid for 3 years from the date of purcahse. Deposits and down payments on upcoming fishing charters must be approved prior to purchse.

Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Minnesota Fishing Connections - Minnesota Fishing Connections
Minnesota Fishing Connections

Minnesota Fishing Connections

5(1)Top Rated

Minnesota Fishing Guides Tom Neustrom of Grand Rapids, MN, provides guided fishing trips on Minnesota lakes including Lake Winnibigoshish, Leech Lake, Red Lake, Bowstring Lake, Pokegama, Sand, Trout and others near Deer River and Grand Rapids Minnesota.

Speckled Trout
Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Wings And Walleyes Guide Service - Wings And Walleyes Guide Service
Wings And Walleyes Guide Service

Wings And Walleyes Guide Service

Grand Rapids, Minnesota

Northern Minnesota’s premium four-season fishing guide service and guided waterfowl hunts for all ages and experience levels

inshore
Grand Rapids, 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

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
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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
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O
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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 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.

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.

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