Amesville, OH Fishing Trip — May
Your Amesville, OH Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 70°F / Low 52°F7.8" rain · 17 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentWalleye
Various
May Weather in Amesville
70°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
7.8"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
2 Guides Near Amesville
No guides are based in Amesville, 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's Biting By Month
Peak
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 Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
Ohio Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Lake Erie permit additional for Lake Erie fishing.
Species Regulations
Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Applies to combined total of largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass. Some areas may have specific regulations.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum (varies by water)
Some lakes and reservoirs have special regulations; consult the Ohio Fishing Regulations for specific locations.
Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day (Lake Erie, Sandusky River, and Maumee River during spawning run); 4 per day (Inland waters)
Size Limit:15-inch minimum (Lake Erie, Sandusky River, and Maumee River during spawning run); No minimum size (Inland waters)
Specific regulations apply to Lake Erie and its tributaries during the spawning run.