Cortland, OH Fishing Trip — May

Your Cortland, OH Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 50°F8.8" rain · 20 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various

May Weather in Cortland

66°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
8.8"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days

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

46 Guides Near Cortland

No guides are based in Cortland, but these guides operate nearby.

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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.

Ohio Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

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

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Species 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.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Applies to streams, rivers, and reservoirs where trout are stocked. Check specific regulations for designated trout areas.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

In some areas, trout fishing may be restricted to specific seasons or require a trout permit.

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