McKinney, TX Fishing Trip — May
Your McKinney, TX Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 64°F10.6" rain · 12 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
5 species
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
May Weather in McKinney
81°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
10.6"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
43 Guides Near McKinney
No guides are based in McKinney, 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
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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
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
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
Special regulations apply on some trophy bass lakes, including Lake Fork and Sam Rayburn Reservoir.
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
Spotted bass are considered a black bass and are included in the black bass aggregate limit.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp are considered a rough fish in Texas, and there are no restrictions on harvest.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
For catfish, only 1 may be 30 inches or greater in length.