Chester, WV Fishing Trip — May
Your Chester, WV Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 52°F6.1" rain · 17 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
May Weather in Chester
71°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
6.1"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
No Guides Found
We couldn't find guides near Chester.
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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
West Virginia Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$19
Non-Resident$37
Requirements
Required for ages 15+. Covers all state waters. Trout stamp additional.
Species Regulations
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
The daily creel limit for black bass (largemouth, smallmouth, spotted) is 6, only one of which can be greater than 18 inches.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Check specific water bodies for special regulations.