McLain, MS Fishing Trip — May
Your McLain, MS Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
What’s Biting in May
38 Guides Near McLain
No guides are based in McLain, but these guides operate nearby.
$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
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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 offshore Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
Mississippi Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$8
Non-Resident$30
Requirements
Required for ages 16-64. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.
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.
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.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
Only two Striped Bass, Hybrid Striped Bass, or Yellow Bass over 24 inches may be kept.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
Only two fish exceeding 15 inches may be kept per day. Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.





