Oxford, MS Fishing Trip — May

Your Oxford, MS Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 77°F / Low 62°F8.8" rain · 22 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various

May Weather in Oxford

77°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
8.8"
Rainfall
22
Rainy Days

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

1 in Oxford + 6 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 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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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

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.

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

While there is no limit, anglers are encouraged to practice responsible harvest.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

No culling of White Bass is allowed.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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