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Elkins, WV Fishing Trip — May

Your Elkins, WV Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

8 Guides Near Elkins

No guides are based in Elkins, but these guides operate nearby.

Blackwater Outdoor Adventures - Blackwater Outdoor Adventures
Blackwater Outdoor Adventures

Blackwater Outdoor Adventures

4.8(251)Top Rated

Blackwater Outdoor Adventures reservation policies

Parsons, West Virginia
New River Trophy Outfitters - New River Trophy Outfitters
New River Trophy Outfitters

New River Trophy Outfitters

4.9(43)Top Rated

New River Trophy Outfitters is a guided fishing outfitter that has been serving anglers for over 20 years. Located in Meadow Creek, WV, our trips fish the beautiful and majestic New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. If it's a half day or a full day trip you are looking for, we guarantee our trip are the best West Virginia has to offer.

Meadow Creek, West Virginia
Knapps Creek Trout Lodge - Knapps Creek Trout Lodge
Knapps Creek Trout Lodge

Knapps Creek Trout Lodge

5(32)Top Rated

This inviting waterfront Bed & Breakfast also offers Fly Fishing Guide Services & Beginner Fly Fishing Lessons on location! Focusing on WV Trout Fishing Trips near Snowshoe, WV, the Monongahela National Forest, and Watoga State Park. Licensed WV Fishing Guides for the Cranberry River & Greenbrier River Watersheds. Within 1 mile from the Greenbrier River Trail in Marlinton, WV.

Speckled Trout
Marlinton, West Virginia
The West Virginia Experience - The West Virginia Experience
The West Virginia Experience

The West Virginia Experience

5(25)Top Rated

Thank you for considering The West Virginia Experience for your next outdoor adventure. ​. Whether you are interested in a float fishing trip for smallmouth bas

Fayetteville, West Virginia
Eddyline Anglers - Eddyline Anglers
Eddyline Anglers

Eddyline Anglers

5(25)Top Rated

Get in touch with Eddyline Anglers! Reach out to book your New River Gorge smallmouth bass fishing trip or ask questions about our guided fly and spin fishing experiences. We're here to help you plan an unforgettable angling adventure!

Oak Hill, West Virginia
Pro River Outfitters - Pro River Outfitters
Pro River Outfitters

Pro River Outfitters

4.7(30)Top Rated

Experience rapid rafting adventures with BlowPro! This powerful inflator/deflator boasts 1600 watts and 50 m/s airflow for unmatched speed and efficiency.

freshwater
Fayetteville, West Virginia
Mountain Water Adventures - Mountain Water Adventures
Mountain Water Adventures

Mountain Water Adventures

5(1)Top Rated

guided fly fishing on miles of private water in southeastern West Virginia. Water and fish you have to experience to believe.

fly fishing
White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia
First Light Outfitters, LLC. - First Light Outfitters, LLC.
First Light Outfitters, LLC.

First Light Outfitters, LLC.

5(1)Top Rated

First Light Outfitters, LLC. firstlightguide Fly Fishing Trout, Fishing Instructor, Musky, Greenbrier Resort, Escatawba

Ronceverte, West Virginia
$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

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Channel Catfish

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White Bass

Various
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M
A
M
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J
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Bluegill

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
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Spotted Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
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J
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N
D

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 / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

West Virginia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$19
Non-Resident$37
Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Covers all state waters. Trout stamp additional.

Buy License Online — West Virginia

Species Regulations

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Combined creel limit of 4 for channel and flathead catfish.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

No more than four white bass can exceed 15 inches in length.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.

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