Philipsburg, MT Fishing Trip — May
Your Philipsburg, MT Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 36°F1.4" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
5 species
ExcellentRainbow Trout
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentWalleye
Various
May Weather in Philipsburg
62°F
Avg High
36°F
Avg Low
1.4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
1 in Philipsburg + 17 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
Peak
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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
Montana Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$86
Requirements
Required for ages 12+. Conservation license required as base. Covers all state waters.
Species Regulations
Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5
Size Limit:No size limit
Many waters have specific restrictions; consult the current Montana Fishing Regulations booklet.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks regulations for specific water body restrictions, as some areas may have different limits or be catch-and-release only.
Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
See specific regulations for waters with special restrictions.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific regulations for waters east of the Continental Divide, where some waters have specific restrictions.