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Sodus Point, NY Fishing Trip — May

Your Sodus Point, NY Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 48°F6.7" rain · 18 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Mahi MahiExcellent
Mahi Mahi
Various
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
Black Sea BassExcellent
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
WeakfishGood
Weakfish
Various

May Weather in Sodus Point

60°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
6.7"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days

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

4 Guides Matched

Flatout Sport Fishing - Flatout Sport Fishing
Flatout Sport Fishing

Flatout Sport Fishing

4.8(28)Top Rated
Sodus Point, New York
Orka Fishing Charters - Orka Fishing Charters
Orka Fishing Charters

Orka Fishing Charters

5(1)Top Rated

Book a fishing charter, check for availability, or get information on our morning and daytime fishing trips on beautiful Lake Ontario.

Sodus Point, New York
Tightline Fishing Charters - Tightline Fishing Charters
Tightline Fishing Charters

Tightline Fishing Charters

5(1)Top Rated
Sodus Point, New York
Kings Ransom Sportfishing - Kings Ransom Sportfishing
Kings Ransom Sportfishing

Kings Ransom Sportfishing

3.7(3)

Ready to book your Lake Ontario fishing charter? Contact Kings Ransom Sportfishing for booking information and customer support. Let's plan your adventure!

freshwater
Sodus Point, New York
$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
1 / 2

Mahi Mahi

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluefish

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Flounder

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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

Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:No size limit

No more than 15 mahi mahi may be possessed aboard a vessel at any time.

Striped Bass
Season:Check DEC website for current season dates
Bag Limit:1 per angler
Size Limit:28-31 inch slot limit

Regulations can change frequently; always check the NYS DEC website for the most up-to-date information.

Bluefish
Season:Check DEC website for current season dates
Bag Limit:3 per angler
Size Limit:No minimum size limit

Regulations can change frequently; always check the NYS DEC website for the most up-to-date information.

Flounder
Season:May 1 - December 31
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Regulations can vary by region, so check local rules.

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