Ocean Isle Beach, NC Fishing Trip — May
Your Ocean Isle Beach, NC Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 66°F5.8" rain · 14 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentKing Mackerel
Various
ExcellentRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
ExcellentSpotted Seatrout
Various
ExcellentFlounder
Various
ExcellentSpanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
ExcellentBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
ExcellentSheepshead
Various
ExcellentCobia
Various
May Weather in Ocean Isle Beach
79°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
5.8"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
8 Guides Matched
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Offshore Fishing
For the Season
What to Bring
your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else to bring:
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Light rain jacket
$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.
Things to Do in Ocean Isle Beach
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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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
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum
Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:18-27 inch slot limit
Only allowed to possess red drum within the slot size limit.
Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per person per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
Only one spotted seatrout greater than 24 inches may be included in the daily creel limit.
Flounder
Season:Varies; consult current regulations
Bag Limit:Varies; consult current regulations
Size Limit:16-inch minimum total length
Flounder regulations are subject to in-season adjustments. Check current regulations for open season and bag limits.