Lawrenceville, PA Fishing Trip — May

Your Lawrenceville, PA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 64°F / Low 49°F4.3" rain · 21 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

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

May Weather in Lawrenceville

64°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
4.3"
Rainfall
21
Rainy Days

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

11 Guides Near Lawrenceville

No guides are based in Lawrenceville, 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.

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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 / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

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

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.

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.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum

Some waters may have special 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.

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