Cherry Valley, NY Fishing Trip — May

Your Cherry Valley, NY Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 47°F7.5" rain · 20 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

May Weather in Cherry Valley

60°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
7.5"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

12 Guides Near Cherry Valley

No guides are based in Cherry Valley, 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 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

New York Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater fishing only. Marine registry separate and free.

Buy License Online — New York

Species Regulations

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions. Some waters may have catch and release only seasons.

Northern Pike
Season:May 1 - March 15 (varies by water)
Bag Limit:5 per day (varies by water)
Size Limit:22-inch minimum (varies by water)

Check the specific regulations for the waterbody you intend to fish, as special regulations apply to many waters.

Brown Trout
Season:April 1 - October 15 (varies by water)
Bag Limit:5 per day (varies by water)
Size Limit:9-inch minimum (varies by water)

Check the specific regulations for the waterbody you intend to fish, as special regulations apply to many streams and rivers.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions. Some waters may have different size or creel limits.

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