Ford Cliff, PA Fishing Trip — May
Your Ford Cliff, PA Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 51°F7.7" rain · 20 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
May Weather in Ford Cliff
66°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
7.7"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
8 Guides Near Ford Cliff
No guides are based in Ford Cliff, but these guides operate nearby.
$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
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.
Species Regulations
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.
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.
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.