Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC
+26Join Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters for your next nautical adventure aboard the Fishin' Pole II. Whether you're a serious striper angler or are looking for an introductory fishing trip, fear not, Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters has a trip for you! We invite you to contact the captain with any questions or requests, button is above.
These waters are known for Striped Bass, Bluefish, Atlantic Mackerel, and more – with any luck, it won't take long to hook into some. For these species, you're likely to use a combination of tactics from live bait, casting, baiting or trolling using light tackle.
If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to keep their stamina going!
You'll be welcome aboard a 22' Center console that holds up to 4 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available during most of the season, but you should ask the captain about availability. We’ve made upgrades over the last season including, addition of a second fishfinder display, second bait well and additional rod holders.
There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.
Don't leave home without sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is not allowed.
Get in touch with Capt. Dana below and start planning your trip today!
Captain
Dana Nelson
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+6Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
90%
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Great fishing trip, great Captain! A memory maker day.
3 Hour Trip (AM) on August 11, 2025
Took my 11yo grandson and two of his 11yo friends on a 4 hour fishing trip with Captain Nelson. It was a fantastic trip with a knowledgeable Captain who gave these boy the personal attention with the gear, sharing tips and doing everything possible to put us on the fish. Everyone caught fish and had a day that memories are made of. Thank you Captain Nelson, and I would highly recommend this charter service.
Took my 11yo grandson and two of his 11yo friends on a 4 hour fishing trip with Captain Nelson. It was a fantastic trip with a knowledgeable Captain who gave these boy the personal attention with the gear, sharing tips and doing everything possible to put us on the fish. Everyone caught fish and had a day that memories are made of. Thank you Captain Nelson, and I would highly recommend this charter service.
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Highly Recommended
4 Hour Trip Afternoons on August 13, 2025
Captain Nelson was GREAT. Send a few texts ahead of the session to make sure we knew everything we needed and answered my questions. Created a great experience for the whole family, even answering the 100 questions my kids had. He does this because he loves it. Take your family out on this trip.
Captain Nelson was GREAT. Send a few texts ahead of the session to make sure we knew everything we needed and answered my questions. Created a great experience for the whole family, even answering the 100 questions my kids had. He does this because he loves it. Take your family out on this trip.
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Awesome trip
4 Hour Trip on August 9, 2025
I went out today on the perfect sunny day for 4 hours and had loads of fun we also caught lots of fish because of the captain’s awesome instructions
I went out today on the perfect sunny day for 4 hours and had loads of fun we also caught lots of fish because of the captain’s awesome instructions
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Absolute pleasure.
6 Hour Trip – Full Tide on September 4, 2024
Have been fortunate enough to have taken quite a few charters and tires was certainly one of the best. Nice trip for a small group. Lots of action and the captain was consistently putting us on the fish. Everybody had a great time!
Have been fortunate enough to have taken quite a few charters and tires was certainly one of the best. Nice trip for a small group. Lots of action and the captain was consistently putting us on the fish. Everybody had a great time!
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Highly recommend
3 Hour Trip (PM) on July 8, 2024
We took my son on 7/8/24 fishing with Dana Nelson. We went out at 4pm and the wind had picked up a bit making the water choppy. We had our 9yo daughter with us and I was nervous she would get sea sick as the boat was rocking back and forth. Dana picked up on my nervousness and stressed that this was "our" fishing trip and he was happy to do whatever made me more comfortable. We immediately moved closer inland where shortly after my son caught two striped bass, including his personal best! My daughter also reeled in a fish that unfortunately wiggled off the hook and got away. Dana used his fish finder to move to different spots searching for more fish whenever there was a lull in activity. To say Dana was accommodating was an understatement! My son had "the best Birthday ever". Thank you Dana, we will be back!
We took my son on 7/8/24 fishing with Dana Nelson. We went out at 4pm and the wind had picked up a bit making the water choppy. We had our 9yo daughter with us and I was nervous she would get sea sick as the boat was rocking back and forth. Dana picked up on my nervousness and stressed that this was "our" fishing trip and he was happy to do whatever made me more comfortable. We immediately moved closer inland where shortly after my son caught two striped bass, including his personal best! My...
FAQs about Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC
What are the trip rates for Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC?
Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC offers the following trips to customers:
- US $450 per group - 3 Hour Trip (AM) (3 hours)
- US $450 per group - 3 Hour Trip (PM) (3 hours)
- US $450 per group - Fun Fishing for All Ages Afternoon (3 hours)
- US $450 per group - Fun Fishing for All Ages, Morning (3 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip Afternoons (4 hours)
- US $700 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Full Tide (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC?
When you book a trip with Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder Duel monitors with side scan and down scan.
- Live Bait Well 2 live wells
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC?
Trips booked with Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (Mackerel or Pogies are most productive on stripers)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks (Bottled water is always on-board)
- Fishing License (Everyone on board is covered by the boat permit.)
What types of fishing does Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC offer?
Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC offer?
Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle (Message us to ask about what is working now)
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
Which fish species can I catch with Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC?
Top targeted fish species with Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC include:
- Bass (Striped)
- Bluefish
- Flounder
- Mackerel (Atlantic)
- Pollock
Your captain
Newburyport, Massachusetts, United States
Captain Dana Nelson has been on the water for more than 50 years. He is experienced in fishing and catching stripers in the Merrimack River, Plum Island Sound, Essex River, and the surrounding waters of Ipswich Bay. He has extensive knowledge of the area's rich fishing and shipbuilding history. Captain Dana is an expert striper fisherman who knows where to find fish and how to catch them. He is particularly knowledgeable about locating and catching trophy stripers, often using live mackerel, pogies, or pollack to entice the cow stripers. He is known for his patient style and being a great fishing instructor. You can be sure he will do whatever he can to make sure his customers have fun and catch fish! Captain Dana has spent his entire life on and under the water. He is a keen observer of the natural environment and has spent time scuba diving, learning how subtle changes in bottom structure influence bait and game fish behavior. Captain Dana is a retired engineer. He has a master's degree in Manufacturing Management and spent his career working in the defense and electronics industry, primarily with suppliers to resolve technical problems involving welding, quality, and nondestructive testing. Dana has been Coast Guard licensed (up to 6 passengers, 100 miles offshore) since 1988. This past winter, Dana upgraded his endorsements include Master 25 Ton to his credentials. He charters to share his love of fishing and the sea with others.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Message us to ask about what is working now
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Duel monitors with side scan and down scan.
Live Bait Well
2 live wells
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Mackerel or Pogies are most productive on stripers
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Bottled water is always on-board
Fishing License
Everyone on board is covered by the boat permit.
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Children Welcome
No Smoking
No Alcohol
Catch and Release Allowed
Or to keep any legal sized fish
How you can pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
What’s biting in Newburyport right now
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish
Flounder
Mackerel (Atlantic)
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