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Catawissa, PA Fishing Trip — May

Your Catawissa, PA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 69°F / Low 52°F8.1" rain · 18 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various

May Weather in Catawissa

69°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
8.1"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days

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

5 Guides Near Catawissa

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

TCO Fly Shop - West Lawn - TCO Fly Shop - West Lawn
TCO Fly Shop - West Lawn

TCO Fly Shop - West Lawn

4.8(135)Top Rated
West Lawn, Pennsylvania
Captain Joes Fishing - Captain Joes Fishing
Captain Joes Fishing

Captain Joes Fishing

5(38)Top Rated

Captain Joes Fishing guide is a charter service offering guided fishing boat tours of lake harmony and Fly Fishing lessons on the lehigh river.

Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania
Beltzville Lake Fishing Charters By Ds Guide Service - Beltzville Lake Fishing Charters By Ds Guide Service
Beltzville Lake Fishing Charters By Ds Guide Service

Beltzville Lake Fishing Charters By Ds Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated

Professional Bass Fishing Guide in North Georgia, offering trips on Lake Lanier. Book today and come out on our 2021 Phoenix 921 Elite set up with cutting edge electronics.

freshwaterLargemouth Bass
Lehighton, Pennsylvania
Redeye Smallie Guide - Redeye Smallie Guide
Redeye Smallie Guide

Redeye Smallie Guide

Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania

Experience the thrill of catching smallmouth bass with our professional fishing guide services. Book your fishing charter today!

freshwaterSmallmouth Bass
Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania
Chocolatetown River Guide Service - Chocolatetown River Guide Service
Chocolatetown River Guide Service

Chocolatetown River Guide Service

Hershey, Pennsylvania

freshwater
Hershey, Pennsylvania
$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

Rainbow Trout

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

Smallmouth Bass

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

Crappie

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

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Pennsylvania Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$22.97
Non-Resident$52.97
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Trout/salmon permit and Lake Erie permit available additionally.

Buy License Online — Pennsylvania

Species Regulations

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round (with exceptions; see regulations)
Bag Limit:5 per day (combined species)
Size Limit:7-inch minimum

Special regulations apply to certain streams and sections, including catch-and-release areas and delayed harvest areas. Check PFBC website for specifics.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Some waters may have specific regulations; check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:50 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum

No more than 20 crappie may be taken from Pymatuning Lake.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Some waters may have specific regulations; check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website.

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