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Rib Lake, WI Fishing Trip — May

Your Rib Lake, WI Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 42°F1.8" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various

May Weather in Rib Lake

63°F
Avg High
42°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

20 Guides Near Rib Lake

No guides are based in Rib Lake, but these guides operate nearby.

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Ross's Sport Shop - Ross's Sport Shop
Ross's Sport Shop

Ross's Sport Shop

4.9(176)Top Rated

Ross's Sport Shop is located at 286 N. Lake Avenue, Phillips WI 54555. Have questions?  Call us at 715-339-3625

Phillips, Wisconsin
Hook Setter Fishing Guide Service - Hook Setter Fishing Guide Service
Hook Setter Fishing Guide Service

Hook Setter Fishing Guide Service

5(41)Top Rated

Rates for half and full day of guiding.

Minocqua, Wisconsin
Sirny's Guide Service - Sirny's Guide Service
Sirny's Guide Service

Sirny's Guide Service

5(37)Top Rated

Sirny's Guide Service is the Top Wisconsin Fishing Guide Service for Central Wisconsin. Fish the Wisconsin River, Tomahawk River, Lac De Flambeau, Tomahawk Lake and more.

Mosinee, Wisconsin
Minocqua Marine & Power Sport Rental - Minocqua Marine & Power Sport Rental
Minocqua Marine & Power Sport Rental

Minocqua Marine & Power Sport Rental

4.7(50)Top Rated

Call Minocqua Marine & Powersport Rental or visit us in Minocqua for watercraft rentals.

Minocqua, Wisconsin
L.V.O. Sportfishing Guide Service - L.V.O. Sportfishing Guide Service
L.V.O. Sportfishing Guide Service

L.V.O. Sportfishing Guide Service

5(30)Top Rated
Tomahawk, Wisconsin
Musky Guide Simmons - Musky Guide Simmons
Musky Guide Simmons

Musky Guide Simmons

5(28)Top Rated
Minocqua, Wisconsin
Rodbenders Guide Service - Rodbenders Guide Service
Rodbenders Guide Service

Rodbenders Guide Service

5(21)Top Rated

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Woodruff, Wisconsin
Teacher Todd Guide Service - Teacher Todd Guide Service
Teacher Todd Guide Service

Teacher Todd Guide Service

5(12)Top Rated

Learn about Teacher Todd Guide Service, your trusted Northern Wisconsin fishing guide. Bass, river, and kid-friendly fishing trips available.

Largemouth Bass
Tomahawk, Wisconsin
Greg Biggs Musky and Walleye Guide Service - Greg Biggs Musky and Walleye Guide Service
Greg Biggs Musky and Walleye Guide Service

Greg Biggs Musky and Walleye Guide Service

4.8(12)Top Rated

Musky Walleye Greg Biggs Guide Service Minocqua Boulder Junction - gbiggsmuskywalleyeminocquaguide.com

Walleye
Woodruff, Wisconsin
Nightbite Fishing Guide Service - Nightbite Fishing Guide Service
Nightbite Fishing Guide Service

Nightbite Fishing Guide Service

5(8)Top Rated

NighBite Fishing Guide Service is Northern Wisconsin's trophy walleye guide specializing in nighttime trolling Vilas and Oneida county lakes.

freshwaterWalleye
Minocqua, Wisconsin
WDH Guide Service - WDH Guide Service
WDH Guide Service

WDH Guide Service

5(7)Top Rated

Wisconsin walleye fishing guide for ice fishing in northern Wisconsin

Walleye
Hazelhurst, Wisconsin
Walleye Mike Fishing Guide - Walleye Mike Fishing Guide
Walleye Mike Fishing Guide

Walleye Mike Fishing Guide

5(6)Top Rated

Professional Walleye fishing guide in Minocqua, WI. Book this winter for exceptional ice fishing on the Willow Flowage!

inshoreWalleye
Woodruff, 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

Smallmouth Bass

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Northern Pike

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

Walleye

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Minocqua6 guides · 43 miWoodruff4 guides · 47 miHayward4 guides · 65 miWisconsin Rapids4 guides · 68 miSt Germain4 guides · 53 miThree Lakes2 guides · 61 mi

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

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.

Largemouth 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.

Northern Pike
Season:May 4, 2024 - March 2, 2025
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:26-inch minimum

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

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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