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Chincoteague, VA Fishing Trip — May

Your Chincoteague, VA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 70°F / Low 60°F6.5" rain · 10 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Mahi MahiExcellent
Mahi Mahi
Various
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
Black Sea BassExcellent
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
WeakfishGood
Weakfish
Various

May Weather in Chincoteague

70°F
Avg High
60°F
Avg Low
6.5"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

8 Guides Matched

Huntress Charters - Huntress Charters
Huntress Charters

Huntress Charters

5(84)Top Rated

See what to bring and what not to bring when you gear up for a fishing trip with Huntress Charters!

Chincoteague, Virginia
Jim's Dream Charter Fishing - Jim's Dream Charter Fishing
Jim's Dream Charter Fishing

Jim's Dream Charter Fishing

5(13)Top Rated

Jim's Dream Charter Fishing will take you on Full and Half Day Inland Fishing and Full Day Offshore Wrech Fishing from The Curtis Merritt Harbor Marina Chincoteague VA. Jim's Dream is also available for a Chincoteage Island Pony Swim Cruise. Go to www.jimsdream.com for more information.

Chincoteague, Virginia
Never Enough Sport Fishing, LLC - Never Enough Sport Fishing, LLC
Never Enough Sport Fishing, LLC

Never Enough Sport Fishing, LLC

5(4)Top Rated

Chicoteague Island VA Charter Fishing

Chincoteague, Virginia
Fish Tales - Fish Tales
Fish Tales

Fish Tales

5(2)Top Rated

Explore our fishing charters for the ultimate fishing experience. Join us for unforgettable fishing trips on the open water.

Chincoteague, Virginia
Fishawn Charters - Fishawn Charters
Fishawn Charters

Fishawn Charters

4.5(2)Top Rated
Chincoteague, Virginia
Wayne Lewis Charters - Wayne Lewis Charters
Wayne Lewis Charters

Wayne Lewis Charters

5(1)Top Rated

JS Expedition: Chincoteague & Assateague Island Boat Tours

Chincoteague, Virginia
Captain Steve's Bait and Tackle - Captain Steve's Bait and Tackle
Captain Steve's Bait and Tackle

Captain Steve's Bait and Tackle

4.7Top Rated
Chincoteague, Virginia
Island Queen Inland Charters - Koski, Charlie
Koski, Charlie

Island Queen Inland Charters

Chincoteague, Virginia

inshore
Chincoteague, Virginia

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Chincoteague from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Chincoteague

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Chincoteague

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Striped Bass

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

Mahi Mahi

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

Weakfish

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

Tuna

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

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

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.

Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per trip for bluefin tuna (with sub-limits based on size class); yellowfin, bigeye, and albacore tuna have a combined limit of 3 per person per trip.
Size Limit:Bluefin tuna have specific size restrictions that vary throughout the year. Consult current regulations.

Regulations for tuna fishing, especially bluefin, are subject to frequent in-season adjustments by NOAA Fisheries. Anglers must have an HMS permit and report catches.

Black Sea Bass
Season:May 15 - December 31
Bag Limit:15 per person
Size Limit:13-inch minimum

Specific seasons and limits may vary by year, check current regulations.

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