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Falcon, NC Fishing Trip — May

Your Falcon, NC Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 80°F / Low 62°F5.4" rain · 14 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various

May Weather in Falcon

80°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
5.4"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

138 Guides Near Falcon

No guides are based in Falcon, but these guides operate nearby.

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Salty Dawg Fishing Charters - Captain Harvey Wall
Verified
From $450
Captain Harvey Wall

Salty Dawg Fishing Charters

4.9(85)Top Rated

Salty Dawg Fishing Charters specializes in Inshore, Nearshore, Shark Fishing, and Kids Fishing Charters. Based in Ocean Isle Beach NC, but also serving Sunset Beach NC and Holden Beach NC. Veteran-Owned.

inshorenearshoreoffshoreSpiny DogfishRedfish
Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina
Up to 4
Hot Ticket Fishing Charters - Hot Ticket Fishing Charters
Hot Ticket Fishing Charters

Hot Ticket Fishing Charters

5(308)Top Rated

Carolina Beach Fishing Charters frequently asked questions about Offshore Fishing, Inshore Fishing & Bottom Fishing in Carolina Beach.

Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Intracoastal Angler - Intracoastal Angler
Intracoastal Angler

Intracoastal Angler

4.8(342)Top Rated

Intracoastal Angler is a fishing supply and lifestyle store based out of Wilmington, NC. Shop fishing gear and explore the latest in hats, hoodies, shirts, and accessories to fit your fishing lifestyle at Intracoastal Angler.

Wilmington, North Carolina
Pogies Fishing and Kayaking Center - Pogies Fishing and Kayaking Center
Pogies Fishing and Kayaking Center

Pogies Fishing and Kayaking Center

4.8(307)Top Rated

Fishing, Tackle, Bait, Kayaks, Rentals, boat tours, kayak tours, eco tours, fishing trips, and more.

Swansboro, North Carolina
Tour H2O - Tour H2O
Tour H2O

Tour H2O

4.9(270)Top Rated

We offer Pontoon boat tours, Tiki boat tours, Kayak tours, and family fishing trips

Holden Beach, North Carolina
Bad Habit Sportfishing - Bad Habit Sportfishing
Bad Habit Sportfishing

Bad Habit Sportfishing

5(185)Top Rated

Fishing all of the North Carolina coast for over 30 years. Bad Habit Sportfishing specializes in fishing techniques that PRODUCE great catches. These catches include, Spanish Mackerel, Atlantic Bonito, Trout, Cobia, King Mackerel, Grouper, Snapper, Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, and Blue Marlin, just to name a few.

BluefishBonitoCobia
Sneads Ferry, North Carolina
BlackBird Guide Services - BlackBird Guide Services
BlackBird Guide Services

BlackBird Guide Services

5(149)Top Rated

Give us a shout and book your Fishing Charter with BlackBird Guide Services today! We look forward to hearing from you and showing you our beautiful coast.

Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Hurricane Fleet Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises - Hurricane Fleet Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises
Hurricane Fleet Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises

Hurricane Fleet Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises

4.3(1009)
Calabash, North Carolina
5 More Minutes - 5 More Minutes
5 More Minutes

5 More Minutes

5(139)Top Rated

Private boat rides in Oak Island and Southport, NC with 5 More Minutes Charters. Seating available for 6, with tour options available all year.

Oak Island, North Carolina
Oak Island Fishing Charters - Oak Island Fishing Charters
Oak Island Fishing Charters

Oak Island Fishing Charters

5(134)Top Rated

Check out Oak Island Fishing Charters for your Offshore, Nearshore, Backwater or kids fishing adventure!

Oak Island, North Carolina
Calabash Fishing Fleet - Calabash Fishing Fleet
Calabash Fishing Fleet

Calabash Fishing Fleet

4.2(486)

Loads of info about fishing the Carolina Coast from Calabash, NC to Myrtle Beach, SC, we share stories, tips, and local fishing lore.

Calabash, North Carolina
Pelagic Hunter Sportfishing LLC - Pelagic Hunter Sportfishing LLC
Pelagic Hunter Sportfishing LLC

Pelagic Hunter Sportfishing LLC

5(120)Top Rated
Sneads Ferry, North Carolina
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$850
Estimated total for 2 people
$425
per person
Charter $450
Tip $90
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

Striped Bass

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

Bluegill

freshwater
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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

Flathead Catfish

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

What to Bring

your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else you should bring:

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 / nearshore / offshore / deep sea Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • Light rain jacket

North Carolina Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements

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

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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.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.

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