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Columbus, OH Fishing Trip — May

Your Columbus, OH Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 52°F6.6" rain · 20 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various

May Weather in Columbus

68°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
6.6"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days

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

1 in Columbus + 12 Nearby

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Briarwood Sporting Club - Briarwood Sporting Club
Briarwood Sporting Club

Briarwood Sporting Club

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Briarwood Sporting Club is regarded as the best whitetail hunting outfitter, fishing club, and outdoor destination in Ohio!

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Ohio Fly Fishing Guides - Ohio Fly Fishing Guides
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Ohio Fly Fishing Guides

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Fishing With Grant LLC - Fishing With Grant LLC
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Fishing With Grant LLC

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We mentor and coach anglers on how to catch fish in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. We provide tips and tricks to catch your next big fish. Please Subscribe to Fishing With Grant and follow me on my social media. The links are on top of the page.

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freshwater
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freshwaterWalleye
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Osprey Fishing Charters

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freshwaterLargemouth BassWalleye
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Eye Spy Fish Charter - Eye Spy Fish Charter
Eye Spy Fish Charter

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$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

Crappie

freshwater
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F
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A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
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Largemouth Bass

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

Walleye

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

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 / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

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.

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.

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