Gulfport, MS Fishing Trip — May

Your Gulfport, MS Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 80°F / Low 70°F6.9" rain · 18 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
King MackerelExcellent
King Mackerel
Various
RedfishExcellent
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
GrouperExcellent
Grouper
Various
Red SnapperExcellent
Red Snapper
Various
CobiaExcellent
Cobia
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
Black DrumExcellent
Black Drum
Various

May Weather in Gulfport

80°F
Avg High
70°F
Avg Low
6.9"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days

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

12 Guides Matched

Prepare for Your Trip

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

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)
Light rain jacket
$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.

Things to Do in Gulfport

Activities for your non-fishing days

Mississippi Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$8
Non-Resident$30
Requirements

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

Buy License Online — Mississippi

Species Regulations

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum

A recreational saltwater license is required for all persons between the ages of 16 and 64. Check for any seasonal closures or specific area restrictions.

Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:18-30 inch slot limit

Only one redfish over 30 inches may be kept per vessel.

Grouper
Season:Varies by species; check current regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by species; check current regulations
Size Limit:Varies by species; check current regulations

Grouper regulations vary by species and are subject to change. Check the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources for the most up-to-date information.

Red Snapper
Season:Varies annually; check current regulations
Bag Limit:Varies annually; check current regulations
Size Limit:16-inch minimum total length

Red snapper regulations are subject to change based on federal quotas. Check the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources for the most up-to-date information.

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