Rockaway Fishing Charters 

Anyone who thinks fishing is boring has clearly never gone with Captain Tom LaCognata. We experienced a veritable Sharknato on the water. Caught twelve total, including some 150-pound-plus bruiser browns, a super rare hammerhead and a spinner for dinner (tasted like leaner swordfish). Everyone caught at least three fish, equating to around one every 45 minutes— a good day for stripers let alone the ocean’s apex predator. Tom and his team worked swift and tirelessly like an angling pit crew, putting out chum bags, snagging bunker and gaffing and roping the sharks — a difficult task—like clockwork. Truly one of the best times I’ve ever had on the water.

This was my wife and I's first ocean fishing experience and Captains choice was the best choice. We caught quite a few fluke, some sea robins, one dogfish shark, and a large skate. If you are looking to target a specific species just reach out and they will advise you honestly abut the best time of year and honest chances of success. Wonderful people and we will be back with our children next time!

Took my dad out on a Father’s day fishing trip and we had a great time! Was a nice chill day of weather and we caught a lot of fish from flounder to skate and dogfish and skulpin. Captain Tom and the first mate were great with making sure there were multiple rods going at the same time and our baits were always loaded going from one spot to another. Thanks for a great morning of fishing!

I took five 12-13 yo boys on this fishing trip and it exceeded our expectations! Tom was easy to communicate with before the trip, including rescheduling due to weather. His boat is comfortable and well-maintained. Most of all, he and his partner were so engaging and helpful in getting the boys fishing. We caught 23 sea bass so needless to say, it was not only a memorable day, but one they will remember for years to come. We felt taken care of the entire time. Thank you Tom!! We can’t wait to fish with you again.

was a very fun trip the guides did a great job with us we asked for specific fish to catch unfortunately they weren’t biting but they still got us on the best bite possible wnd we had a great tike

We caught several fluke, a bunch of dogfish including a very large one, and some skates. Captain Tom and the first mate were very helpful. Our whole gang had a great time!

Captain Tom his crew and his boat were excellent. His knowledge and takle put us right on the fish!! What a great way to spend an afternoon.

Tom and Shawn were great! They were very helpful even though we were inexperienced. We had a great time and caught a ton of fish.

Tom was great and we had the best time catching skate fish, sculpin, dogfish, and flounder!

Best time I’ve ever really had on a boat, captain put me and the guys on some great fish, with all of us catching our limit of stripers. Highly recommend! (Great photos by the crew)