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Coos Bay, OR Fishing Trip — May

Your Coos Bay, OR Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 61°F / Low 45°F1.5" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
LingcodExcellent
Lingcod
Various
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
RockfishExcellent
Rockfish
Various
Chinook SalmonExcellent
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
HalibutExcellent
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
Dungeness CrabGood
Dungeness Crab
Crab Traps · Ring Nets
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various

May Weather in Coos Bay

61°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
1.5"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

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

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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
1 / 2

Striped Bass

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

Lingcod

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

Dungeness Crab

saltwater
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

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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

Oregon Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$44
Non-Resident$110.50
Requirements

Required for ages 12+. Combined angling license covers all waters. Tags required for salmon/steelhead.

Buy License Online — Oregon

Species Regulations

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum, only one may exceed 31 inches

Some areas may have specific closures or restrictions; check local regulations before fishing.

Lingcod
Season:May 16 - December 31
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum

Check specific Marine Zone regulations for closures. Retention is prohibited at certain times and in certain areas.

Steelhead
Season:Varies by zone and river; check specific regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by zone and river; check specific regulations
Size Limit:Varies by zone and river; check specific regulations

Regulations for steelhead fishing in Oregon are complex and vary significantly depending on the specific river or zone. Consult the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for detailed information.

Rockfish
Season:Year-round, check exceptions by zone
Bag Limit:5 per day (in aggregate with other groundfish)
Size Limit:No size limit, check exceptions by species

Many rockfish species exist, and regulations can vary by species and Marine Zone. Always consult the latest Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations.

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