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Alexandria, VA Fishing Trip — May

Your Alexandria, VA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 58°F9.2" rain · 19 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing

May Weather in Alexandria

73°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
9.2"
Rainfall
19
Rainy Days

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

4 Guides Near Alexandria

No guides are based in Alexandria, but these guides operate nearby.

Fly Fishing Consultant - Fly Fishing Consultant
Fly Fishing Consultant

Fly Fishing Consultant

4.8(22)Top Rated

Guided fly fishing trips, education, custom flies, casting lessons in an urban environment in and around Washington DC in the Potomac river watershed for a variety of anadramous and non-anadramous species. Offering nature hikes and boat rides year round.

Fairfax, Virginia
KJ's Outdoor Adventures - KJ's Outdoor Adventures
KJ's Outdoor Adventures

KJ's Outdoor Adventures

5(3)Top Rated

Experience world-class Crappie fishing on Lake Anna. 6-hour guided trip, all gear included. Book your lake adventure today!

Crappie
King George, Virginia
At Fishing Charters - At Fishing Charters
At Fishing Charters

At Fishing Charters

5(1)Top Rated

Join us for an unforgettable bowfishing experience on the waters with AT Fishing Charters. Book your trip today!

bowfishing
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Beach Bum Charters - Beach Bum Charters
Beach Bum Charters

Beach Bum Charters

King George, Virginia

Fishing charter service for the Potomac River Chesapeake bay. Beach Bum Charters LLC King George Va. We also offer beach trips, and sunset cruises.

freshwater
King George, Virginia
$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
1 / 2

Blue Catfish

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
D

Largemouth Bass

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

Striped Bass

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Lottsburg2 guides · 66 miKing George2 guides · 37 mi

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 bowfishing / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Virginia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$47
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Trout license additional.

Buy License Online — Virginia

Species Regulations

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers are encouraged to harvest blue catfish to help control the population in certain areas.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Some waters have special regulations; consult the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources regulations.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:18-24 inch slot limit, except in the tidal Potomac River where the slot limit is 20-26 inches

Possession of striped bass or hybrid striped bass is prohibited on Gaston Lake and its tributaries from April 1 through May 31. Check local advisories for specific water bodies.

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