Bay City, TX Fishing Trip — May
Your Bay City, TX Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 86°F / Low 71°F8.6" rain · 15 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentKing Mackerel
Various
ExcellentRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
ExcellentGrouper
Various
ExcellentSpotted Seatrout
Various
ExcellentFlounder
Various
ExcellentRed Snapper
Various
ExcellentCobia
Various
ExcellentBlack Drum
Various
May Weather in Bay City
86°F
Avg High
71°F
Avg Low
8.6"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
6 Guides Matched
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Offshore Fishing
For the Season
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)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Light rain jacket
$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.
Things to Do in Bay City
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Texas Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements
Required for ages 17+. Freshwater and saltwater packages available. Red drum tag separate.
Species Regulations
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:27-inch minimum
Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:20-28 inch slot limit
Only one redfish over 28 inches may be retained per person per year with a properly issued Red Drum Tag.
Grouper
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per person, only 1 may be a gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper
Size Limit:23-inch minimum for gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper
Different size limits and regulations may apply to other grouper species. Check TPWD regulations for specifics.
Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-25 inch slot limit
No more than one spotted seatrout may exceed 25 inches.