Southport, NC Fishing Trip — May
Your Southport, NC Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 67°F6.8" rain · 16 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentKing Mackerel
Various
ExcellentRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
ExcellentCobia
Various
ExcellentBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
ExcellentSpotted Seatrout
Various
ExcellentSheepshead
Various
ExcellentSpanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
ExcellentFlounder
Various
May Weather in Southport
78°F
Avg High
67°F
Avg Low
6.8"
Rainfall
16
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
5 Guides Matched
$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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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 inshore Fishing
- 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.
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.
Cobia
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day, 1 per vessel per day
Size Limit:36-inch fork length minimum
Harvest allowed only with hook and line. Check for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions.
Black Sea Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch total length minimum
Regulations may vary by area and season; check current regulations before fishing.