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Kenosha, WI Fishing Trip — May

Your Kenosha, WI Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 46°F3.3" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Chinook SalmonExcellent
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various

May Weather in Kenosha

60°F
Avg High
46°F
Avg Low
3.3"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

14 Guides Matched

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Stellar Fishing Charters LLC - Stellar Fishing Charters LLC
Stellar Fishing Charters LLC

Stellar Fishing Charters LLC

5(244)Top Rated

Charter fishing on Lake Michigan Kenosha, Wisconsin with Stelllar Charters LLC. Fishing charters for Trout and Salmon. Kenosha Wi fishing charter boat.

SalmonSpeckled Trout
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Salmon Chaser Charters - Salmon Chaser Charters
Salmon Chaser Charters

Salmon Chaser Charters

4.9(71)Top Rated

The Salmon Chaser books Racine & Kenosha fishing charters from April to October. Our target fish are Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Lake Trout, and Brown Trout.

Brown TroutLake TroutRainbow Trout
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Memory Maker Sport Fishing Charters - Memory Maker Sport Fishing Charters
Memory Maker Sport Fishing Charters

Memory Maker Sport Fishing Charters

5(56)Top Rated

Memory Maker Sport Fishing Charters - Experience the thrill of Lake Michigan sport fishing, fishing charters Lake Michigan, Lake Michigan charter fishing, Lake Michigan charter fishing Wisconsin, Lake Michigan charter fishing Illinois, Lake Michigan charter fishing Kenosha WI, Lake Michigan charter fishing Winthrop Harbor IL, Lake Michigan charter fishing Waukegan IL, Lake Michigan charter fishing Racine WI, Lake Michigan charter fishing Milwaukee WI, Lake Michigan charter fishing Chicago IL, salmon fishing Lake Michigan, or coho salmon charters.

Salmon
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Fishtech - Fishtech
Fishtech

Fishtech

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Chicago Illinois best fishing tackle shop for fishing bait, fishing tackle, fishing rods, fishing reels, fishing lures and fishing supplies. FISHTECH Fishing Tackle Store and Sports Shop Catalog is located in Morthon Grove Illinois.

Kenosha, Wisconsin
Reel Nauti Sportfishing Charters - Reel Nauti Sportfishing Charters
Reel Nauti Sportfishing Charters

Reel Nauti Sportfishing Charters

5(35)Top Rated

2017-2018 Salmon and Trout Season. Big fish caught in Kenosha Wi. Lake Michigan Salmon and Trout Fishing

SalmonSpeckled Trout
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Kenosha Charter Boat Association - Kenosha Charter Boat Association
Kenosha Charter Boat Association

Kenosha Charter Boat Association

4.9(37)Top Rated

A Lake Michigan fishing charter can truly be an exciting, memorable and affordable experience for family, friends, or co-workers. All KCBA charter boats are fully rigged, inspected, and insured and each captain is licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Kenosha, Wisconsin
North Fork Sportfishing - North Fork Sportfishing
North Fork Sportfishing

North Fork Sportfishing

4.9(37)Top Rated

Top Lake Michigan fishing charter pros! Wisconsin fishing experts in Coho & chinook salmon and brown, lake & rainbow trout. Great success rate-- Book Now!

Rainbow TroutSalmonSpeckled Trout
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Lucky Dog Sportfishing Charters LLC - Lucky Dog Sportfishing Charters LLC
Lucky Dog Sportfishing Charters LLC

Lucky Dog Sportfishing Charters LLC

4.9(23)Top Rated

Fishing Charter in Kenosha, Racine, Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Chicago. Quality captain for trout and salmon fishing.

SalmonSpeckled Trout
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Hunters Charters - Hunters Charters
Hunters Charters

Hunters Charters

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Lake Michigan charter fishing trip in kenosha wisconsin for salmon and trout on lake michigan. The number one port in wisconsin for charter fishing trips. The Fish Hunter charters daily for salmon and trout on the Kenosha waters of lake Michigan.

freshwaterSpeckled TroutSalmon
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Albatross Fishing Charters - Albatross Fishing Charters
Albatross Fishing Charters

Albatross Fishing Charters

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Kenosha, Wisconsin
FV Coho.com Fishing Charter - FV Coho.com Fishing Charter
FV Coho.com Fishing Charter

FV Coho.com Fishing Charter

5(6)Top Rated
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Finquest Sportfishing Charters - Finquest Sportfishing Charters
Finquest Sportfishing Charters

Finquest Sportfishing Charters

5(3)Top Rated
Kenosha, Wisconsin
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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
1 / 2

Coho Salmon

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

Smallmouth Bass

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

Chinook Salmon

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

Steelhead

Various
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F
M
A
M
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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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Wisconsin Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$20
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland trout stamp and Great Lakes stamp available additionally.

Buy License Online — Wisconsin

Species Regulations

Smallmouth Bass
Season:May 4, 2024 - March 2, 2025 for catch and release only. Harvest season opens June 15, 2024.
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Some waters may have special regulations; consult the Wisconsin DNR regulations pamphlet.

Chinook Salmon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day in total with other salmon (see notes)
Size Limit:No size limit

The 5 fish bag limit is a combined total for Chinook, Coho, Pink, and Atlantic Salmon, only 3 can be Chinook Salmon. Some tributaries have seasonal closures.

Steelhead
Season:Varies by waterbody
Bag Limit:Varies by waterbody
Size Limit:Varies by waterbody

Regulations vary greatly depending on the specific lake or tributary. Consult the Wisconsin DNR regulations pamphlet for specific waterbody rules, especially regarding tributaries to Lake Michigan.

Walleye
Season:Varies by waterbody
Bag Limit:Varies by waterbody
Size Limit:Varies by waterbody

Regulations vary significantly by specific water body. Consult the Wisconsin DNR regulations pamphlet for details.

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