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Hoquiam, WA Fishing Trip — May

Your Hoquiam, WA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 59°F / Low 46°F2.9" rain · 14 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various

May Weather in Hoquiam

59°F
Avg High
46°F
Avg Low
2.9"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

1 in Hoquiam + 25 Nearby

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$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

Walleye

Various
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A
M
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A
S
O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
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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

Rainbow Trout

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

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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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Washington Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30.05
Non-Resident$84.50
Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Freshwater, saltwater, and combination licenses available. Catch record card required for salmon/steelhead.

Buy License Online — Washington

Species Regulations

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum, 22-inch maximum. Only one walleye greater than 22 inches may be retained.

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to statewide rules.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No minimum size limit

Check specific lake regulations as some have different limits or are catch-and-release only.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Check specific lake regulations as some have different limits or are catch-and-release only.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Varies by water body
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:Varies by water body

Regulations vary significantly by water body. Consult the Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for specific locations.

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