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East Branch, NY Fishing Trip — May

Your East Branch, NY Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 64°F / Low 48°F6.1" rain · 20 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

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

May Weather in East Branch

64°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
6.1"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days

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

2 in East Branch + 11 Nearby

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Rip Van Winkle Fly Fishing

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Reels and Rods Guide Service

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Catskill Casts & Coverts

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Crazy Antler Outdoors, LLC

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Brown TroutSpeckled Trout
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COOPERSTOWN BASS GUIDES - COOPERSTOWN BASS GUIDES
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COOPERSTOWN BASS GUIDES

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Gone Fishing Guide Service - Gone Fishing Guide Service
Gone Fishing Guide Service

Gone Fishing Guide Service

3.5(4)

Licensed fishing guide service located on the Upper Delaware River.

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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.

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Northern Pike

Various
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Brown Trout

Various
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M
A
M
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O
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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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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 / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

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.

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.

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