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Ashtabula, OH Fishing Trip — May

Your Ashtabula, OH Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 51°F7.4" rain · 16 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Chinook SalmonExcellent
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various

May Weather in Ashtabula

62°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
7.4"
Rainfall
16
Rainy Days

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

13 Guides Matched

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Lost Tackle Charters LLC - Lost Tackle Charters LLC
Lost Tackle Charters LLC

Lost Tackle Charters LLC

5(98)Top Rated

Fishing Guide Ashtabula Fishing Charters

Ashtabula, Ohio
Hoopes Line & Sinker Fishing Charter - Hoopes Line & Sinker Fishing Charter
Hoopes Line & Sinker Fishing Charter

Hoopes Line & Sinker Fishing Charter

5(81)Top Rated
Ashtabula, Ohio
Special-Eyes Charters - Special-Eyes Charters
Special-Eyes Charters

Special-Eyes Charters

5(38)Top Rated

Contact Special-Eyes Charters for walleye fishing trips on lake Erie. Reach out today to book your adventure!

Walleye
Ashtabula, Ohio
Four Aces Sport Fishing Charters - Four Aces Sport Fishing Charters
Four Aces Sport Fishing Charters

Four Aces Sport Fishing Charters

4.7(29)Top Rated
Ashtabula, Ohio
S&S Fishing Charters - S&S Fishing Charters
S&S Fishing Charters

S&S Fishing Charters

5(20)Top Rated
Ashtabula, Ohio
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Lucky Strike - Lake Erie fishing charters

Lucky Strike - Lake Erie fishing charters

4.8(15)Top Rated

LUCKY STRIKE lake erie fishing charters ashtabula ohio walleye yellow perch steelhead trout smallmouth bass Geneva Conneaut

PerchSmallmouth BassSpeckled Trout
Ashtabula, Ohio
In The Box Sportfishing - In The Box Sportfishing
In The Box Sportfishing

In The Box Sportfishing

5(6)Top Rated

Current Rates for the 2022 Fishing Season

Ashtabula, Ohio
Makin’ Waves Fishing Charter - Makin’ Waves Fishing Charter
Makin’ Waves Fishing Charter

Makin’ Waves Fishing Charter

5(4)Top Rated
Ashtabula, Ohio
Kona Babe Charters - Kona Babe Charters
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Kona Babe Charters

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inshore
Ashtabula, Ohio
Winter Blues Sport Fishing and Charters - Winter Blues Sport Fishing and Charters
Winter Blues Sport Fishing and Charters

Winter Blues Sport Fishing and Charters

4.2(6)

Welcome aboard the Winter Blues. One of the finest Lake Erie Charter Fishing boats available. Located in Ashtabula, Ohio.

Ashtabula, Ohio
Eye Detective Charters - Eye Detective Charters
Eye Detective Charters

Eye Detective Charters

5(1)Top Rated

Lake Erie Walleye & Perch Fishing Charters from Ashtabula Ohio with Captain Jeff Lansberry

freshwaterWalleyePerch
Ashtabula, Ohio
Finatic Sportfishing - Finatic Sportfishing
Finatic Sportfishing

Finatic Sportfishing

Ashtabula, Ohio

inshore
Ashtabula, Ohio
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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Ashtabula from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Ashtabula

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Ashtabula

Activities for your non-fishing days

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Wildlife & Nature Tours
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What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Coho Salmon

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

Steelhead

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

Smallmouth Bass

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

Perch

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

Ohio Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Lake Erie permit additional for Lake Erie fishing.

Buy License Online — Ohio

Species Regulations

Steelhead
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day in aggregate with other salmon and trout, only 2 may be Steelhead or Rainbow Trout
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Steelhead are considered Rainbow Trout in Ohio regulations. Specific regulations may apply in certain areas, consult the current Ohio Fishing Regulations guide.

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.

Perch
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day (Lake Erie only)
Size Limit:No size limit

Regulations may vary for specific bodies of water; consult the Ohio Department of Natural Resources website.

Chinook Salmon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day in aggregate with other salmon and trout, only 2 may be Steelhead or Rainbow Trout
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Specific regulations may apply in certain areas, consult the current Ohio Fishing Regulations guide.

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