Williston, ND Fishing Trip — May

Your Williston, ND Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 45°F3.5" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting

May Weather in Williston

67°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
3.5"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

1 in Williston + 1 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.

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

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.

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for any exceptions.

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 count toward the same combined limit.

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