North Bonneville, WA Fishing Trip — May

Your North Bonneville, WA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 48°F4.4" rain · 13 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

May Weather in North Bonneville

67°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
4.4"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

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

14 Guides Near North Bonneville

No guides are based in North Bonneville, but these guides operate 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 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 freshwater / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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.

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Species Regulations

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.

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.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Northern Pike are a prohibited species in Washington, and must be killed if caught. Anglers should report any Northern Pike caught.

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