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Burnsville, NC Fishing Trip — May

Your Burnsville, NC Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 69°F / Low 51°F6.3" rain · 17 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing

May Weather in Burnsville

69°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
6.3"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

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

1 in Burnsville + 22 Nearby

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The Speckled Trout Outfitters - The Speckled Trout Outfitters
The Speckled Trout Outfitters

The Speckled Trout Outfitters

5(374)Top Rated
Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Due South Outfitters - Due South Outfitters
Due South Outfitters

Due South Outfitters

5(381)Top Rated

From Big Brown and Rainbow Trout - To Wild Native Brook Trout. Due South Outfitters Chases Them All. Take a Look Today!

Brook TroutRainbow TroutSpeckled Trout
Boone, North Carolina
Davidson River Outfitters - Davidson River Outfitters
Davidson River Outfitters

Davidson River Outfitters

4.8(285)Top Rated

Davidson River Outfitters provides expert fishing guides in Western North Carolina mountains. Davidson River Outfitters also offer fishing schools and sells fishing gear and apparel.

Pisgah Forest, North Carolina
High Country Guide Service - High Country Guide Service
High Country Guide Service

High Country Guide Service

4.9(159)Top Rated

Boone's Orvis Fly Shop and Guide Service

Boone, North Carolina
Curtis Wright Outfitters & Fly Fishing Guides - Curtis Wright Outfitters & Fly Fishing Guides
Curtis Wright Outfitters & Fly Fishing Guides

Curtis Wright Outfitters & Fly Fishing Guides

4.9(121)Top Rated

Come spend a day on the river with us in Western NC! We can cover all your fly fishing needs from outfitting to guide services. Check out our two locations.

Weaverville, North Carolina
Pisgah Outdoors - Pisgah Outdoors
Pisgah Outdoors

Pisgah Outdoors

5(101)Top Rated

Fly fishing guide service located in the mountains of Western North Carolina, near the towns of Asheville, and Brevard in the Pisgah National Forest. Brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout, smallmouth bass, a host of fishing opportunities. Wade trips on the Davidson River and surrounding small streams as well as Float Trips for Smallmouth Bass on the French Broad River.

freshwaterfly fishingSpeckled TroutSmallmouth Bass
Pisgah Forest, North Carolina
Brown Trout Fly Fishing LLC - Brown Trout Fly Fishing LLC
Brown Trout Fly Fishing LLC

Brown Trout Fly Fishing LLC

5(95)Top Rated

We specialize in guiding and teaching fly fishing for trout and smallmouth in Western North Carolina & East Tennessee.

Speckled Trout
Asheville, North Carolina
Hendersonville Outfitters - Hendersonville Outfitters
Hendersonville Outfitters

Hendersonville Outfitters

5(91)Top Rated

Looking for something different? Our musky floats are an adrenaline-pumping adventure for anglers seeking a challenge. Musky, also known as the fish of 10,000 casts, are elusive and powerful predators that require skill and patience to catch. While musky fishing can be challenging, the reward of landing one of these

Hendersonville, North Carolina
Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service - Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service
Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service

Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service

5(87)Top Rated
Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Elk Creek Outfitters - Elk Creek Outfitters
Elk Creek Outfitters

Elk Creek Outfitters

4.9(56)Top Rated

Musky inhabits three of our local big rivers: the New, Nolichucky and French Broad. ECO is well equipped to guide you on a Musky hunt with either conventional tackle or fly fishing gear.

Boone, North Carolina
Southern Drifters Outfitters - Southern Drifters Outfitters
Southern Drifters Outfitters

Southern Drifters Outfitters

4.7(53)Top Rated
Burnsville, North Carolina
MountainBound Fly Guides - MountainBound Fly Guides
MountainBound Fly Guides

MountainBound Fly Guides

5(21)Top Rated

MountainBound Fly Guides gear is here! If you fly fish, our Casey Underwood designed logo gear is for you!

Banner Elk, North Carolina
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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's Biting By Month

Peak
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Striped Bass

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Spotted Bass

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

Flathead Catfish

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Boone5 guides · 40 miAsheville4 guides · 28 miBanner Elk2 guides · 35 miPisgah Forest2 guides · 48 miBlowing Rock2 guides · 38 miHendersonville2 guides · 44 mi

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 / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

North Carolina Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland, coastal, and unified licenses available.

Buy License Online — North Carolina

Species Regulations

Striped Bass
Season:Varies by location; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.
Bag Limit:Varies by location; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.
Size Limit:Varies by location; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.

Striped bass regulations are complex and vary significantly by river system and coastal area. Consult the NC Wildlife Resources Commission or NC Division of Marine Fisheries regulations before fishing.

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.

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.

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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