Lima, NY Fishing Trip — March

Your Lima, NY Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 50°F / Low 29°F1.8" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in March

5 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various

March Weather in Lima

50°F
Avg High
29°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

54 Guides Near Lima

No guides are based in Lima, 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.

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

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.

Rainbow Trout
Season:April 1 - October 15 (general season); some waters open year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum

Check the specific regulations for the water you intend to fish, as some waters have special regulations, including year-round fishing and catch-and-release areas.

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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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