Tulsa, OK Fishing Trip — May
Your Tulsa, OK Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 76°F / Low 59°F5.3" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
18 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentHybrid Striped Bass
Various
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentWhite Bass
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentBlack Carp
Various
ExcellentBuffalo Fish
Various
ExcellentPaddlefish
Various
ExcellentCommon Carp
Various
ExcellentGrass Carp
Various
ExcellentSilver Carp
Various
ExcellentBighead Carp
Various
GoodShovelnose Sturgeon
Various
GoodPallid Sturgeon
Various
GoodLake Sturgeon
Various
May Weather in Tulsa
76°F
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
5.3"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
5 Guides Near Tulsa
No guides are based in Tulsa, but these guides operate nearby.
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Offshore Fishing
For the Season
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)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Bug spray
Rain gear
$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.
Things to Do in Tulsa
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Oklahoma Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$55
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Covers all state waters. Paddlefish permit separate.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day, only one may be 20 inches or longer
Size Limit:No minimum length limit
In the Lake Texoma area, anglers are allowed to keep two striped bass over 20 inches.
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day, only one over 30 inches
Size Limit:No minimum length limit
Some lakes may have specific regulations; consult the Oklahoma Fishing Guide.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:Only one may be longer than 20 inches