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Reidsville, NC Fishing Trip — May

Your Reidsville, NC Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 58°F5.2" rain · 15 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various

May Weather in Reidsville

75°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
5.2"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

7 Guides Near Reidsville

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

Fishers of Men Guide Service - Fishers of Men Guide Service
Fishers of Men Guide Service

Fishers of Men Guide Service

5(220)Top Rated

Lake Norman Fishing Guide, Fishing Trips, Lake Norman Fishing

Mooresville, North Carolina
Set’N Hooks Fishing Charters - Set’N Hooks Fishing Charters
Set’N Hooks Fishing Charters

Set’N Hooks Fishing Charters

5(58)Top Rated

Give the gift of a memorable fishing experience! Purchase for yourself or that special someone in your life!

Mooresville, North Carolina
Turtlehead Charters LKN - Turtlehead Charters LKN
Turtlehead Charters LKN

Turtlehead Charters LKN

5(20)Top Rated

Meet Captain Frank Viola, your Lake Norman fishing guide. With decades of experience from Florida to North Carolina, Frank brings expert knowledge in bass, crappie & striper fishing. Learn about partnerships and opportunities with Turtlehead Charters LKN.

CrappieLargemouth BassStriped Bass
Mooresville, North Carolina
Second Sport Charters, LLC - Second Sport Charters, LLC
Second Sport Charters, LLC

Second Sport Charters, LLC

4.4(7)

Experience the thrill of fishing with Second Sport Charters, the top choice for Carolina Beach charters. Book your trip today!

Zebulon, North Carolina
Skunk Off Tackle Company - Skunk Off Tackle Company
Skunk Off Tackle Company

Skunk Off Tackle Company

5(3)Top Rated

Skunkoff Tackle Co specializing in tackle for the targeted to the live bait striper fishermen.

Striped Bass
Durham, North Carolina
Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service - Rygid Audio Visual
Rygid Audio Visual

Chetola Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated

An upscale resort in the mountains of Blowing Rock, North Carolina featuring a spa, lake, Timberlake's Restaurant, Bob Timberlake Inn, fly fishing and more.

freshwaterfly fishing
Piney Creek, North Carolina
Buffalo Creek Guide Service - Buffalo Creek Guide Service
Buffalo Creek Guide Service

Buffalo Creek Guide Service

3.7(3)
inshore
Selma, North Carolina
$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

Bluegill

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Channel Catfish

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

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 / inshore Fishing

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

Buy License Online — North Carolina

Species Regulations

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

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.

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

There are no statewide size or creel limits for channel catfish in North Carolina. Anglers should check for local regulations on specific bodies of water.

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