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Lancaster, PA Fishing Trip — May

Your Lancaster, PA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 55°F8" rain · 17 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

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

May Weather in Lancaster

71°F
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
8"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

1 in Lancaster + 10 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
Top Water Trips-Fishing Charter & Guide Service - Top Water Trips-Fishing Charter & Guide Service
Top Water Trips-Fishing Charter & Guide Service

Top Water Trips-Fishing Charter & Guide Service

5(61)Top Rated

Top Water Trips Contact Page. TWT is the Premier Fishing Charter in Pennsylvania with Wading Trips, Boat Fishing, Kayaking & more!

Douglassville, Pennsylvania
Fish on the Fly - Fish on the Fly
Fish on the Fly

Fish on the Fly

5(28)Top Rated

Let's start planning a trip today! Get in Touch 1526 Princess Anne DrLancaster, PA 17601USA [email protected] (717)-333-7605 Send Us a Message

Pequea, Pennsylvania
2 Rocky Rivers Guide Service - 2 Rocky Rivers Guide Service
2 Rocky Rivers Guide Service

2 Rocky Rivers Guide Service

4.9(14)Top Rated

Provides smallmouth bass fishing guides on the Susquehanna River and crappie fishing at Sayers Lake.

Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania
Dusty Wissmath Fly Fishing - Dusty Wissmath Fly Fishing
Dusty Wissmath Fly Fishing

Dusty Wissmath Fly Fishing

5(4)Top Rated
fly fishing
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Sky Blue Outfitters LLC - Sky Blue Outfitters LLC
Sky Blue Outfitters LLC

Sky Blue Outfitters LLC

5(3)Top Rated
Fleetwood, Pennsylvania
Night Ventures Bowfishing Charters - Night Ventures Bowfishing Charters
Night Ventures Bowfishing Charters

Night Ventures Bowfishing Charters

5Top Rated

Call Night Ventures Bowfishing Charters in Lancaster County, PA 717-464-4804 - trophy Carp and Catfish, bowfishing charters, night bowfishing, Carp & Catfish Bowfishing

CarpCatfish
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Fins And Feathers Outfitters - Fins And Feathers Outfitters
Fins And Feathers Outfitters

Fins And Feathers Outfitters

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania
Susquehanna River Guides - Susquehanna River Guides
Susquehanna River Guides

Susquehanna River Guides

5(1)Top Rated

The Susquehanna River is a fertile limestone river home to one of the best smallmouth fisheries in the East. This environment ensures prolific hatches and rapid growth rates for both forage and game fish.

Gardners, Pennsylvania
Chocolatetown River Guide Service - Chocolatetown River Guide Service
Chocolatetown River Guide Service

Chocolatetown River Guide Service

Hershey, Pennsylvania

freshwater
Hershey, Pennsylvania
Riseforms Fly Fishing - Riseforms Fly Fishing
Riseforms Fly Fishing

Riseforms Fly Fishing

Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania

Eric Naguski Guided Fly Fishing-Riseforms Fly Fishing

fly fishing
Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Waders (if not provided)
Wading boots
Bug spray
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Lancaster from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Lancaster

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Lancaster

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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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
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Brown Trout

Various
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F
M
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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

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.

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.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
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. Check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website for details.

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