Lyla Rose Fishing Charters
4.9/5 (354 reviews)
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54 Wheeler Street, Gloucester, MA 01930, United States–
Lyla Rose Fishing Charters
4.9/5 (354)
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54 Wheeler Street
Gloucester, MA, United States
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Lyla Rose Fishing Charters welcomes you to Gloucester, Massachusetts and offers you a wide range of fun and enjoyable fishing trips. Come aboard with Captain Matthew Cooney and see what the fish-rich inshore and offshore waters, rivers, and wrecks of Gloucester have to offer. Your captain is eager to take you on your next fishing adventure and make your experience the best possible. Join him and create some lovely memories fishing with Lyla Rose Fishing Charters!
Your trip will start on a 28' BHM downeaster built in Brooklin Maine, a comfortable vessel running on a 200 HP Volvo diesel engine with enough room to carry 4 guests, not including a first mate who will also join your trip. Its navigation technology includes Garmin 10'' Touch GPS and Simrad fishfinder, as well as a two VHF radios and Garmin Radar. The boat has a toilet, kitchen, and bed. To make your comfort and fishing experience even better, there is a TV you can use, as well as an ice-box and a livewell.
On your trip, you can target Bluefin Tuna, Haddock, Striped Bass, Cod, Pollock, Halibut, Flounder, as well as Porbeagle Shark. Using light and heavy tackle, you will attract your prey by bottom and deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, and jigging. You can either keep or release the fish you catch.
Captain Matthew will provide you with all the fishing gear and licenses, and the first mate will clean, fillet, and package your catch. The only things you should bring on your trip are the snacks and drinks of your choice.
Visit Lyla Rose Fishing Charters and have a first-rate fishing experience in Gloucester!
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Rating
4.9
354 reviews
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4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (406)
+400
What anglers say
99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish
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Rebekah O'Neil
New York, US
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Member since 2019
5.0
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Highly recommend! 👏 Family Friendly!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore on May 10, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child
We had a wonderful experience with Captain Matt and the Lyda Rose crew! We booked a shorter 3 hour charter early in the season to see how our 9 year old would do, and it was the perfect trip for our family. Captain Matt was experienced, personable, and very positive throughout the entire trip.
First mate Hayden was also great and very helpful with baiting hooks, casting lines, and making the experience easy and enjoyable for everyone. The boat was spacious, comfortable, and had a nice warm area inside while moving from spot to spot.
We had a great time and can't wait to come back for a longer trip. Highly recommend!
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Larry Nelson
Massachusetts, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
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alot of types of fish in a short amount of time
3 Hour Trip – Inshore - 10:00 AM on May 9, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child
We booked this trip for our 10 year old to do some saltwater fishing. we had done the bigger boats where there is 50 or so people on it and you all go for haddock which is fun but we wanted something where he could see different types of fish and fishing. while on the boat with captain Matt we were able to go to 4 different spots and our 10 year old son was ecstatic to catch 4 different species. unfortunately only 1 was one we were allowed to keep worth eating but it was about the catching experience for him. we have already decided to book 1 or 2 more longer trips with captain Matt as our son thought we needed more time fishing to find more fish.
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Steve Killian
Colorado, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
What A Trip It Was!!!!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore on October 27, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child
We began our day with a delicious breakfast at Mom’s Kitchen—highly recommended for its cozy atmosphere and great food. Shortly afterward, we met Captain Matt at the dock and set off on our adventure. Within just 20 minutes, we were already reeling in fish!
My daughter was thrilled, catching mackerel three at a time and having an absolute blast. Even my wife managed to land two fish on a single hook! Captain Matt was exceptional—friendly, patient, and wonderful with children. His enthusiasm and expertise made the entire outing unforgettable.
This was a truly special experience for our family, and one we’ll cherish for years to come. I wholeheartedly recommend this excursion to anyone, especially families looking to create lasting memories on the water.
Reported catch:
1
Stacy Sheppard
West Virginia, US
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Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
The Perfect Day at Sea!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore - 10:00 AM on July 23, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child
I wish I could give Captain Matthew more than 5 stars! This was my first time offshore fishing and I have been traveling New England for the last 2 weeks. I believe this was my favorite day of vacation! The weather was beautiful. The water was calm. Parking was free and easy to find. I drove from my hotel which was about 25 minutes away and I was totally unfamiliar with the area. My son (age 12) and myself (middle aged mom) booked this trip online. My husband was supposed to join us but had a last minute work thing to do and had to cancel. I am not going to lie, I was a little apprehensive about going out to sea with an unfamiliar man on my own, but I couldn’t have been more wrong! Captain Matthew was respectful and professional. I was immediately at ease. He is really personable and he explained things well. First, we caught our own bait (mackerel and pollock) and then went after the striped bass. We didn’t have a lot of luck at the first spot, so he drove us over to another area. We immediately starting catching fish. Some big ones! We each caught one that fit the parameters of keeping. He took care of everything for us including putting me in touch with someone who could ship our fish home. (We live several hundred miles away). We had such a great time! I cannot wait to do it again! If you are a group of girls or a mom with kids, do not hesitate to book this trip!
Reported catch:
1
Steve Krebsbach
Colorado, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Strippers and Buns!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 8, 2025 • 2 adults
My grandson and I went fishing with Captain Matt and had the time of our lives! We caught five good size striped bass and they each gave us a good fight to bring in. My grandson, who’s 14, caught three of them and it was the highlight of our trip for him. Captain Matt was terrific! He had great equipment, nice boat and knew the right places to find the fish. Before we went out, we had breakfast next door to his dock at Mom’s, which I highly recommend, and they gave us a cinnamon bun to give to Captain Matt. He insisted to show that off with our fish in our pictures! LOL!
I recommend Matt and the Lyla Rose highly! ( and Mom’s)
Reported catch:
1
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3 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Striped Bass
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 15
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Deep Sea
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 15
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Deep Sea
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 15
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Shark Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
12 Hour Trip – Bluefin Tuna
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 15
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating
4.9
354 reviews
5
335
4
15
3
2
2
1
1
1
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (406)
+400
What anglers say
99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish
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Rebekah O'Neil
New York, US
Member since 2019
5.0
Verified
New
Highly recommend! 👏 Family Friendly!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore on May 10, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child
We had a wonderful experience with Captain Matt and the Lyda Rose crew! We booked a shorter 3 hour charter early in the season to see how our 9 year old would do, and it was the perfect trip for our family. Captain Matt was experienced, personable, and very positive throughout the entire trip.
First mate Hayden was also great and very helpful with baiting hooks, casting lines, and making the experience easy and enjoyable for everyone. The boat was spacious, comfortable, and had a nice warm area inside while moving from spot to spot.
We had a great time and can't wait to come back for a longer trip. Highly recommend!
0
Larry Nelson
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
New
alot of types of fish in a short amount of time
3 Hour Trip – Inshore - 10:00 AM on May 9, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child
We booked this trip for our 10 year old to do some saltwater fishing. we had done the bigger boats where there is 50 or so people on it and you all go for haddock which is fun but we wanted something where he could see different types of fish and fishing. while on the boat with captain Matt we were able to go to 4 different spots and our 10 year old son was ecstatic to catch 4 different species. unfortunately only 1 was one we were allowed to keep worth eating but it was about the catching experience for him. we have already decided to book 1 or 2 more longer trips with captain Matt as our son thought we needed more time fishing to find more fish.
0
Steve Killian
Colorado, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
What A Trip It Was!!!!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore on October 27, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child
We began our day with a delicious breakfast at Mom’s Kitchen—highly recommended for its cozy atmosphere and great food. Shortly afterward, we met Captain Matt at the dock and set off on our adventure. Within just 20 minutes, we were already reeling in fish!
My daughter was thrilled, catching mackerel three at a time and having an absolute blast. Even my wife managed to land two fish on a single hook! Captain Matt was exceptional—friendly, patient, and wonderful with children. His enthusiasm and expertise made the entire outing unforgettable.
This was a truly special experience for our family, and one we’ll cherish for years to come. I wholeheartedly recommend this excursion to anyone, especially families looking to create lasting memories on the water.
Reported catch:
1
Stacy Sheppard
West Virginia, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
The Perfect Day at Sea!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore - 10:00 AM on July 23, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child
I wish I could give Captain Matthew more than 5 stars! This was my first time offshore fishing and I have been traveling New England for the last 2 weeks. I believe this was my favorite day of vacation! The weather was beautiful. The water was calm. Parking was free and easy to find. I drove from my hotel which was about 25 minutes away and I was totally unfamiliar with the area. My son (age 12) and myself (middle aged mom) booked this trip online. My husband was supposed to join us but had a last minute work thing to do and had to cancel. I am not going to lie, I was a little apprehensive about going out to sea with an unfamiliar man on my own, but I couldn’t have been more wrong! Captain Matthew was respectful and professional. I was immediately at ease. He is really personable and he explained things well. First, we caught our own bait (mackerel and pollock) and then went after the striped bass. We didn’t have a lot of luck at the first spot, so he drove us over to another area. We immediately starting catching fish. Some big ones! We each caught one that fit the parameters of keeping. He took care of everything for us including putting me in touch with someone who could ship our fish home. (We live several hundred miles away). We had such a great time! I cannot wait to do it again! If you are a group of girls or a mom with kids, do not hesitate to book this trip!
Reported catch:
1
Steve Krebsbach
Colorado, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Strippers and Buns!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 8, 2025 • 2 adults
My grandson and I went fishing with Captain Matt and had the time of our lives! We caught five good size striped bass and they each gave us a good fight to bring in. My grandson, who’s 14, caught three of them and it was the highlight of our trip for him. Captain Matt was terrific! He had great equipment, nice boat and knew the right places to find the fish. Before we went out, we had breakfast next door to his dock at Mom’s, which I highly recommend, and they gave us a cinnamon bun to give to Captain Matt. He insisted to show that off with our fish in our pictures! LOL!
I recommend Matt and the Lyla Rose highly! ( and Mom’s)
Reported catch:
1
FAQs about Lyla Rose Fishing Charters
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1987
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
BHM
Boat type
Downeast
Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
17 knots