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Big Water, UT Fishing Trip — May

Your Big Water, UT Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 54°F0.5" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various

May Weather in Big Water

82°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
0.5"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 in Big Water + 3 Nearby

Quiet Fly Fisher Fly Shop and Guide Service - Quiet Fly Fisher Fly Shop and Guide Service
Quiet Fly Fisher Fly Shop and Guide Service

Quiet Fly Fisher Fly Shop and Guide Service

4.9(79)Top Rated
Loa, Utah
Up Lake Adventures, LLC - Up Lake Adventures, LLC
Up Lake Adventures, LLC

Up Lake Adventures, LLC

5(38)Top Rated

Lake Powell Adventures including fishing, slot canyon hiking and off the grid camping!

Big Water, Utah
Chunky Trout Outfitters - Chunky Trout Outfitters
Chunky Trout Outfitters

Chunky Trout Outfitters

4.8(25)Top Rated

Chunky Trout Outfitters is a fly fishing guide service owned and operated by experienced guide Bridget Fabel. CTO is licensed and insured to guide on over 3.5 million acres of public land in Utah. We guide on lakes, streams, and rivers for numerous species of trout. Book a guided trip or lesson today!

Speckled Trout
Torrey, Utah
Ultimate Bass - Ultimate Bass
Ultimate Bass

Ultimate Bass

Cedar City, Utah

freshwater
Cedar City, Utah
$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

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Northern Pike

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Walleye

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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

Utah Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$34
Non-Resident$75
Requirements

Required for ages 12+. Covers all state waters. Second rod permit available.

Buy License Online — Utah

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waterbodies may have specific regulations; consult the Utah Fishing Guidebook.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers are encouraged to harvest all Northern Pike to help protect native fish populations.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4
Size Limit:No size limit

Consult the Utah Fishing Guidebook for specific waterbody regulations, as some areas may have different limits or restrictions.

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