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Cleveland, OH Fishing Trip — May

Your Cleveland, OH Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 61°F / Low 53°F6.3" rain · 16 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

9 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
MuskieExcellent
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Yellow PerchExcellent
Yellow Perch
Various

May Weather in Cleveland

61°F
Avg High
53°F
Avg Low
6.3"
Rainfall
16
Rainy Days

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

4 Guides Matched

Midtown Fishing Charters - Midtown Fishing Charters
Midtown Fishing Charters

Midtown Fishing Charters

4.9(62)Top Rated

Book today 216-906-0448. [email protected]

Cleveland, Ohio
Sara J Fishing Charters - Sara J Fishing Charters
Sara J Fishing Charters

Sara J Fishing Charters

4.3(15)

If you love fishing for walleye on Lake Erie, give Sara J Charters a call. We offer the finest experience in Lake Erie fishing, with Captain Gary's "double your money back" guarantee. Charter your individual, family, or group fishing excursion with Sara J Charters today.

Walleye
Cleveland, Ohio
Wave Walker Charters - Wave Walker Charters
Wave Walker Charters

Wave Walker Charters

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
Cleveland, Ohio
Verktadue Cleveland Sailboat Charter Cruise - Verktadue Cleveland Sailboat Charter Cruise
Verktadue Cleveland Sailboat Charter Cruise

Verktadue Cleveland Sailboat Charter Cruise

5(1)Top Rated

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Cleveland, Ohio
$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
1 / 3

Smallmouth Bass

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

Crappie

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

Northern Pike

Various
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

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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

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

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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

There are some bodies of water with special regulations, so check local regulations before fishing.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
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.

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