Sloan, NY Fishing Trip — May
Your Sloan, NY Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 49°F5.5" rain · 18 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
5 species
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentWalleye
Various
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentRainbow Trout
Various
May Weather in Sloan
63°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
5.5"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
39 Guides Near Sloan
No guides are based in Sloan, 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's Biting By Month
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.