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Hood River, OR Fishing Trip — May

Your Hood River, OR Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 70°F / Low 47°F1.2" rain · 9 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various

May Weather in Hood River

70°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
1.2"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

2 in Hood River + 13 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.

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Smallmouth Bass

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Largemouth Bass

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Northern Pike

Various
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Also Consider Fishing In...

Portland8 guides · 55 miOregon City3 guides · 57 miMaupin3 guides · 43 miGresham3 guides · 46 miThe Dalles2 guides · 19 miRufus2 guides · 38 mi

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

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

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for specific waterbody restrictions, as some areas may have different limits or be catch-and-release only.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No more than one over 15 inches

Check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for specific waterbody exceptions and regulations.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers are encouraged to harvest all Northern Pike caught to protect native fish populations. Some waters may be closed to fishing; always check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations.

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