Moses Lake, WA Fishing Trip — May

Your Moses Lake, WA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 74°F / Low 51°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
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various

May Weather in Moses Lake

74°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
0.5"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

2 in Moses Lake + 16 Nearby

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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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$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 Moses Lake

Activities for your non-fishing days

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.

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Species Regulations

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.

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

Check specific water body regulations in the Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for exceptions or special rules.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round, unless otherwise specified for specific waters
Bag Limit:5 per day, no more than 2 over 14 inches
Size Limit:No minimum size, unless otherwise specified for specific waters

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to statewide rules. Some waters may be catch-and-release only.

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