Rochester, NY Fishing Trip — May

Your Rochester, NY Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 49°F6.1" rain · 19 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
MuskieExcellent
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

May Weather in Rochester

62°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
6.1"
Rainfall
19
Rainy Days

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

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Prepare for Your Trip

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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.

Things to Do in Rochester

Activities for your non-fishing days

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.

Perch
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:50 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waters may have specific regulations; check local rules.

Muskie
Season:Varies by region
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:40-inch minimum, may vary by waterbody

Check the specific water body regulations, as minimum sizes and seasons vary greatly.

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