Fredonia, ND Fishing Trip — May

Your Fredonia, ND Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 47°F3.8" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting

May Weather in Fredonia

66°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
3.8"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Near Fredonia

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

$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 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 Dakota Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$45
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Covers all state waters including paddlefish.

Buy License Online — North Dakota

Species Regulations

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Largemouth and smallmouth bass count toward the same combined limit.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waters may have specific regulations; consult the ND Game and Fish Department website or guide for exceptions.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Must be released immediately if caught.

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