Fredericksburg, VA Fishing Trip — May
Your Fredericksburg, VA Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 59°F7.7" rain · 15 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
9 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentWhite Bass
Various
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentHybrid Striped Bass
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentSnakehead
Various
May Weather in Fredericksburg
75°F
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
7.7"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
1 in Fredericksburg + 5 Nearby
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 Freshwater 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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
$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 Fredericksburg
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Virginia Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$47
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Trout license additional.
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.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Bowfishing is permitted.