Banner Elk, NC Fishing Trip — May
Your Banner Elk, NC Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 48°F7.3" rain · 21 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
5 species
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
May Weather in Banner Elk
63°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
7.3"
Rainfall
21
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
2 in Banner Elk + 12 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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North Carolina Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland, coastal, and unified licenses available.
Species Regulations
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth and smallmouth bass are included in the same aggregate limit.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
No regulations for carp in North Carolina.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
There are some exceptions to the statewide regulations on certain waters. Check posted signage or the NC Wildlife Resources Commission website for specific regulations.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:20 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Anglers should check for local regulations on specific bodies of water.