Winner of FishingBooker's Angler's Choice Award! City Hawk Charters has also been rated the number 1 private fishing charter by Fishing Booker for the past two years out of 95+ other local charters based upon client reviews. With Captain Tim and/or Captain Paul at the helm, with a combined 75+ years of fishing these local waters, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
These waters hold fish like Striped Bass, Haddock, Flounder, Cod, Mackerel, Bluefin Tuna, and more. For certain species, you're likely to drift and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep and the cost of cleaning your fish is included. Although there is never a guarantee to catch fish, any day on the water, is a good day.
You'll step aboard a spacious 2022 Parker 2820 XLD Sport Cabin vessel that can carry up to 6 passengers. There's a toilet on board for your convenience and the pilot house allows you to step out of any type of weather conditions. Fishing gear is provided by the charter as well as bait and lures. Live bait is also included and you may be catching it yourself.
We do require a mandatory service charge of a 20% automatic gratuity on top of the price of each charter that is to be paid prior to the boat departing from the dock. Example: charter that costs $500 requires a mandatory Service Charge of a 20% automatic gratuity of $100. Please keep this in mind when booking.
The charter boat covers your fishing license! The wide variety of species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.
Capt. Tim and Capt. Paul are happy to have kids aboard, so go ahead and bring them along! Children under 12 years old must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. It's always wise to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (84)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
100%
May 27, 2025
5 Hour Trip Inshore (PM) $600
What an absolutely incredible day out on the water! If you’re looking for a top-tier fishing experience, look no further than a haddock trip around Stellwagen Bank. From start to finish, this was one of the best fishing adventures I’ve ever had. We were pulling in fish non-stop—haddock after haddock, with plenty of action all day long. The crew knew exactly where to go, and they put us right on the fish. It wasn’t just luck—it was clear these folks know the waters like the back of their hand. But what truly set this trip apart was the crew. They weren’t just knowledgeable and professional—they felt like family. They were warm, welcoming, and genuinely excited to share the experience with us. Whether it was helping with gear, cleaning our catch, or just sharing stories between drops, they went above and beyond to make everyone feel at home. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and comfortable even during a full day offshore. Safety and comfort were clearly a priority, and it showed. I’ll be recommending this trip to everyone I know, and I’m already planning my next one. If you’re even thinking about a haddock trip in the area, do yourself a favor and book it—you won’t regret it.
What an absolutely incredible day out on the water! If you’re looking for a top-tier fishing experience, look no further than...
Jun 28, 2025
5 Hour Trip Inshore (5AM) $600
Me and two of my friends booked the 5-hour Inshore Trip. Shortly after leaving the dock, they were able find the mackerel. We were catching 5 at a time and were able to quickly load up for bait. We then left to find the stripers which did not disappoint. Within 5 mins, my buddy caught a slot size fish. We caught 5 in total all slot to over slot size fish. Thanks for a great trip! My friends and I are already talking about booking again next year!
Me and two of my friends booked the 5-hour Inshore Trip. Shortly after leaving the dock, they were able find the mackerel. We...
Oct 4, 2025
(AM) Mackerel Fishing Trip $345
captain Paul was friendly and competent. Despite being complete novices my daughter, wife and I caught 40 mackerel and then I caught a large striper towards the end of the season. Great communication leading up to the event. And what a sunset.
captain Paul was friendly and competent. Despite being complete novices my daughter, wife and I caught 40 mackerel and then I...
Jun 6, 2025
(AM) Mackerel Fishing Trip $345
My 3 brothers, Dad, and I spent the morning with captain Paul to celebrate my dad's retirement. Paul captained us out to a great spot off of Manchester where my dad dropped his line to catch a fish within 60 seconds. We ended up catching 15 fish that morning and Paul went out of his way to pursue other fish that were showing up on the radar. Highly recommend
My 3 brothers, Dad, and I spent the morning with captain Paul to celebrate my dad's retirement. Paul captained us out to a great...
Sep 24, 2025
8 Hour Trip Offshore for 4 $1100
Had great communication before the trip, particularly as the weather was looking questionable for the day we had booked. Very helpful and easy to get along with. Would definitely recommend.
Had great communication before the trip, particularly as the weather was looking questionable for the day we had booked. Very...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (84)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
100%
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5 Hour Trip Inshore (PM) $600 on May 27, 2025
What an absolutely incredible day out on the water! If you’re looking for a top-tier fishing experience, look no further than a haddock trip around Stellwagen Bank. From start to finish, this was one of the best fishing adventures I’ve ever had. We were pulling in fish non-stop—haddock after haddock, with plenty of action all day long. The crew knew exactly where to go, and they put us right on the fish. It wasn’t just luck—it was clear these folks know the waters like the back of their hand. But what truly set this trip apart was the crew. They weren’t just knowledgeable and professional—they felt like family. They were warm, welcoming, and genuinely excited to share the experience with us. Whether it was helping with gear, cleaning our catch, or just sharing stories between drops, they went above and beyond to make everyone feel at home. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and comfortable even during a full day offshore. Safety and comfort were clearly a priority, and it showed. I’ll be recommending this trip to everyone I know, and I’m already planning my next one. If you’re even thinking about a haddock trip in the area, do yourself a favor and book it—you won’t regret it.
What an absolutely incredible day out on the water! If you’re looking for a top-tier fishing experience, look no further than a haddock trip around Stellwagen Bank. From start to finish, this was one of the best fishing adventures I’ve ever had. We were pulling in fish non-stop—haddock after haddock, with plenty of action all day long. The crew knew exactly where to go, and they put us right on the fish. It wasn’t just luck—it was clear these folks know the waters like the back of their hand. But...
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5 Hour Trip Inshore (5AM) $600 on June 28, 2025
Me and two of my friends booked the 5-hour Inshore Trip. Shortly after leaving the dock, they were able find the mackerel. We were catching 5 at a time and were able to quickly load up for bait. We then left to find the stripers which did not disappoint. Within 5 mins, my buddy caught a slot size fish. We caught 5 in total all slot to over slot size fish. Thanks for a great trip! My friends and I are already talking about booking again next year!
Me and two of my friends booked the 5-hour Inshore Trip. Shortly after leaving the dock, they were able find the mackerel. We were catching 5 at a time and were able to quickly load up for bait. We then left to find the stripers which did not disappoint. Within 5 mins, my buddy caught a slot size fish. We caught 5 in total all slot to over slot size fish. Thanks for a great trip! My friends and I are already talking about booking again next year!
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Boat
Crew
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(AM) Mackerel Fishing Trip $345 on October 4, 2025
captain Paul was friendly and competent. Despite being complete novices my daughter, wife and I caught 40 mackerel and then I caught a large striper towards the end of the season. Great communication leading up to the event. And what a sunset.
captain Paul was friendly and competent. Despite being complete novices my daughter, wife and I caught 40 mackerel and then I caught a large striper towards the end of the season. Great communication leading up to the event. And what a sunset.
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(AM) Mackerel Fishing Trip $345 on June 6, 2025
My 3 brothers, Dad, and I spent the morning with captain Paul to celebrate my dad's retirement. Paul captained us out to a great spot off of Manchester where my dad dropped his line to catch a fish within 60 seconds. We ended up catching 15 fish that morning and Paul went out of his way to pursue other fish that were showing up on the radar. Highly recommend
My 3 brothers, Dad, and I spent the morning with captain Paul to celebrate my dad's retirement. Paul captained us out to a great spot off of Manchester where my dad dropped his line to catch a fish within 60 seconds. We ended up catching 15 fish that morning and Paul went out of his way to pursue other fish that were showing up on the radar. Highly recommend
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Crew
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8 Hour Trip Offshore for 4 $1100 on September 24, 2025
Had great communication before the trip, particularly as the weather was looking questionable for the day we had booked. Very helpful and easy to get along with. Would definitely recommend.
Had great communication before the trip, particularly as the weather was looking questionable for the day we had booked. Very helpful and easy to get along with. Would definitely recommend.