Abbeville, MS Fishing Trip — May

Your Abbeville, MS Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip

High 77°F / Low 63°F7.9" rain · 19 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

Largemouth Bass

Excellent

Largemouth Bass

Spinning · Baitcasting

Carp

Excellent

Carp

Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing

Flathead Catfish

Excellent

Flathead Catfish

Various

Spotted Bass

Excellent

Spotted Bass

Casting · Jigging

May Weather in Abbeville

77°F

Avg High

63°F

Avg Low

7.9"

Rainfall

19

Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

6 Guides Near Abbeville

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

Barton Outfitters

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Arkabutla Lake fishing guides, boat ramps, lake levels, river conditions, lodging, current fishing reports, historical fishing reports, fishing tips and more.

Oxford, Mississippi

Reel Crappie Guides

Reel Crappie Guides is Mississippi's Premier Crappie Fishing Charter. Specializing in spider rigging, long lining jigs, wading, pulling, crankbaits, and livescoping. Servicing Grenada Lake, Enid Lake and Sardis Lake in Mississippi.

Gore Springs, Mississippi

Big South Outfitters, LLC

Southern inspired apparel and accessories built for the outdoors and based in Batesville, Mississippi.

Batesville, Mississippi

Grenada Lake Resorts and Guides

Coffeeville, Mississippi

Franklin Fishing Tours

Franklin Fishing Tours offers specialized crappie charters in Mississippi's finest lakes. Book your unforgettable journey on Grenada, Enid or Sardis with us!

freshwaterCrappie

Enid, Mississippi

South waters crappie guide

Grenada Lake Crappie Guides Grenada Lake Charters Sardis Lake Enid Lake Crappie Fishing Trip

Bruce, Mississippi

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

For Your Target Species

Bullet weights, hooks, and soft plastic worms for Texas rigging

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Spinnerbait Assortment

White, chartreuse, and shad pattern spinnerbaits

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For Freshwater Fishing

Walk-the-dog frog for explosive bass strikes in heavy cover

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Baitcasting Reel

Accurate casting reel for flipping jigs and throwing crankbaits

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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack

Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray

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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray

Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions

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Trip Essentials

Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter

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Waterproof Dry Bag

Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry

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What to Bring

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

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)

Polarized sunglasses

Hat or visor

Weather-appropriate clothing

Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

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)

Bug spray

Rain gear

$910

Estimated total for 2 people

$455

per person

Charter $500

Tip $100

Licenses $60

Food $100

Lodging $150

Abbeville from ~$150/night

Pickup in Abbeville

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Abbeville

Activities for your non-fishing days

Boat Tours & Cruises

Snorkeling & Diving

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

Wildlife & Nature Tours

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Largemouth Bass

Carp

Flathead Catfish

Spotted Bass

Mississippi Fishing License

License Cost

Resident$8

Non-Resident$30

Requirements

Required for ages 16-64. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.

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Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:10 per day

Size Limit:No size limit

On Lake Bill Waller, Largemouth Bass must be between 16 and 22 inches to harvest. Only one bass over 22 inches may be kept.

Carp

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:No limit

Size Limit:No size limit

Flathead Catfish

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:No limit

Size Limit:No size limit

Spotted Bass

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:10 per day in aggregate with Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass

Size Limit:No size limit

Daily limit is for Largemouth, Smallmouth, and Spotted Bass in aggregate.