Cold Spring, NY Fishing Trip — May

Your Cold Spring, NY Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 53°F8.3" rain · 16 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various

May Weather in Cold Spring

68°F
Avg High
53°F
Avg Low
8.3"
Rainfall
16
Rainy Days

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

32 Guides Near Cold Spring

No guides are based in Cold Spring, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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.

New York Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

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

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Species Regulations

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.

Largemouth Bass
Season:June 15 - November 30
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

During the closed season (December 1 - June 14), catch and release only is allowed using artificial lures.

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.

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