John Day, OR Fishing Trip — May

Your John Day, OR Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 69°F / Low 42°F1.2" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various

May Weather in John Day

69°F
Avg High
42°F
Avg Low
1.2"
Rainfall
9
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.

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.

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Species Regulations

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.

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

Some waterbodies may have specific size or bag limits. Check the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for details on your specific location.

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.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check for specific regulations on certain waterbodies.

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