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Sturgeon Bay, WI Fishing Trip — May

Your Sturgeon Bay, WI Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 59°F / Low 44°F2" rain · 8 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
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Chinook SalmonExcellent
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various

May Weather in Sturgeon Bay

59°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
2"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

18 Guides Matched

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Sturgeon Bay Outdoors - Sturgeon Bay Outdoors
Sturgeon Bay Outdoors

Sturgeon Bay Outdoors

5(181)Top Rated
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Reel Impression Sportfishing Charters - Reel Impression Sportfishing Charters
Reel Impression Sportfishing Charters

Reel Impression Sportfishing Charters

5(72)Top Rated
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Lynn A Fishing Charters - Lynn A Fishing Charters
Lynn A Fishing Charters

Lynn A Fishing Charters

4.9(42)Top Rated

Welcome to Lynn A Fishing Charters in door county. If you're looking to catch some keepers, then you have come to the right place.

Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Cast N Catch Charters LLC - Cast N Catch Charters LLC
Cast N Catch Charters LLC

Cast N Catch Charters LLC

5(24)Top Rated

Cast N Catch Charters provides Door County Smallmouth Bass fishing guide trips. Guided Smallmouth Bass Trips on Sturgeon Bay, Lake Michigan, Green Bay, and Washington Island, WI. Open Year Round - Providing Door County ice fishing.

Smallmouth Bass
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Walleyes and More LLC - Walleyes and More LLC
Walleyes and More LLC

Walleyes and More LLC

5(15)Top Rated
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
J-E Fishing Enterprises - J-E Fishing Enterprises
J-E Fishing Enterprises

J-E Fishing Enterprises

4.9(16)Top Rated

Best charter fishing in Sturgeon Bay, WI. Lake Michigan guided charter fishing and ice fishing for Salmon, Trout, Pike, and Walleye in Door County, WI. Call 920-743-7877.

Northern PikeSalmonSpeckled Trout
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Fat Nancy Sport Fishing - Fat Nancy Sport Fishing
Fat Nancy Sport Fishing

Fat Nancy Sport Fishing

5(13)Top Rated

Fat Nancy Sport Fishing, Guided Walleye, Bass, Salmon, Whitefish Fishing Trips Sturgeon Bay

Largemouth BassSalmonWalleye
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Sturgeon Bay Charter Fishing LLC - Sturgeon Bay Charter Fishing LLC
Sturgeon Bay Charter Fishing LLC

Sturgeon Bay Charter Fishing LLC

5(8)Top Rated

Sturgeon Bay Charter Fishing specializes in professional Charter Boat fishing on Lake Michigan for corporate, private groups or individuals interested in Lake Michigan salmon & trout fishing.

SalmonSpeckled Trout
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Wacky Walleye Guide Service - Wacky Walleye Guide Service
Wacky Walleye Guide Service

Wacky Walleye Guide Service

4.3(16)

Green Bay & Door County Fishing Guide Service for Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Musky, Whitefish and Pike. Door County ice fishing or open water fishing. 25 Years of guiding experience. Ice shack and shanty rentals in Door County.

Northern PikeSmallmouth BassWalleye
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Leprechaun Fishing Charters - Leprechaun Fishing Charters
Leprechaun Fishing Charters

Leprechaun Fishing Charters

5(7)Top Rated
inshore
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Angler's Edge Sportfishing Charters - Angler's Edge Sportfishing Charters
Angler's Edge Sportfishing Charters

Angler's Edge Sportfishing Charters

4.6(11)Top Rated

Angler’s Edge offers industry-leading sport fishing action with a laid back attitude. Fish salmon, steelhead, walleye, blue marlin, wahoo and more!

BluefishMarlinOno (Wahoo)
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Game Time Guide Service - Game Time Guide Service
Game Time Guide Service

Game Time Guide Service

4.6(10)Top Rated

Game Time Guide Service fishes top locations on Lake Michigan, Chinook Salmon, Steelhead Trout, Coho Salmon, Lake Trout, lake michigan fishing charters, best lake michigan fishing charters, lake michigan fishing charters wisconsin, fishing Charters michigan

Lake TroutSalmonSpeckled Trout
Sturgeon Bay, 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

Northern Pike

Various
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

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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 inshore Fishing

  • 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.

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.

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.

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