Pine State Guide Service, LLC 

5.0
(20 reviews)
 1 Spring Point Drive, South Portland, ME 04106, United States–

Pine State Guide Service, LLC 

South Portland, ME, United States
–
30 ft
4
5.0
(20 reviews)

If you're going to cast a line in South Portland, look no further than Pine State Guide Service. With Captain Patrick at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

There's no guarantee when you're fishing, but just some of the species you can catch around here include Cod, Haddock, Pollock, Atlantic Mackerel, Striped Bass, and more with any luck. You can expect to do some spinning, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Patrick also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Young ones are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

You'll step aboard a 30' Parker sportfishing vessel with capacity for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Patrick has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Don't leave home without a hat, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Pine State Guide Service!

If you're going to cast a line in South Portland, look no further than Pine State Guide Service. With Captain Patrick at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

There's no guarantee when you're fishing, but just some of the species you can catch around here include Cod, Haddock, Pollock, Atlantic Mackerel, Striped Bass, and more with any luck. You can expect to do some spinning, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Patrick also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Young ones are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

You'll step aboard a 30' Parker sportfishing vessel with capacity for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Patrick has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Don't leave home without a hat, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Pine State Guide Service!

Patrick Michaud
Captain
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4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Striped)
Cod
Pollock
Haddock
+1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Ground Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bass (Striped)
Cod
Pollock
Haddock
+1
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

5.0
20 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Reviews (20)

  • Jacob Hanlon
    Jacob Hanlon
    us
    Vermont, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Had an Amazing Time!

    Ground Fishing on August 8, 2026 • 4 adults

    Overall an amazing day out on the water with Captain Patrick. We were lucky enough to catch three keeper size striped bass. Captain knows the area very well and was able to reccomend places to eat and visit while on our trip. Would absolutely recommend booking a charter with Pine State Guide Service and we defintiely plan on going again!

  • Jon Crawford
    Jon Crawford
    us
    Maine, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic trip!

    4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on June 27, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had a great day with patrick. He is very knowledgeable and a good teacher to those of us who were inexperienced on the water. We managed to catch two beautiful stripers!

  • Vern Buck
    Vern Buck
    us
    Vermont, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Ground Fishing on July 3, 2026 • 2 adults

    Perfect weather and beautiful day on the water. Cought some fish, saw two giant sunfish and a whale in the water! Thank you Captian Pat!

  • Scott Flieg
    Scott Flieg
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    Ground Fishing on June 29, 2026 • 2 adults

    Had 3 nice Strippers on, but only managed to get one landed. It was in the slot and will be enjoyed soon. Captain and gear were great.

  • Mike Martin
    Mike Martin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maine, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip!

    4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on July 10, 2026 • 4 adults

    Awesome moring fishing for stripers, great boat and a Captain Patrick was great very knowledgeable and put us on fish!

  • Sabrina Mita
    Sabrina Mita
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on August 13, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Patrick is awesome! Our family had a great time first catching bait then catching our 2 striper fish! Absolutely great guy, great captain and knows the water, where to go and when to move. Our 10 year old didn’t get bored and our teenager stayed engaged and off his phone! We are newbies to ocean fishing and he made our trip educational as well as fun, can not say enough good things! Thank you for some great memories and hope to see you next year!

  • Joseph Capiccioni
    Joseph Capiccioni
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Rather be lost in sea than found on land

    4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on September 23, 2025 • 2 adults

    Pat is a born and raised Maine native, so he really knew the area and tell us about the area while we were in on a camping trip. My girlfiend and I had the best time. He took us to his top secret fishing hole and the reels were spinning! Bagged a few stripers. Throughout fishing, we had some time to explore the coast and Pat showed us all the historical remains along with stories.

  • Cheryl Zhang
    Cheryl Zhang
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Time !!!

    4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on September 13, 2025 • 2 adults

    My fiancé and I had an amazing time with Captain Pat. We caught a bunch of mackerels to try and get the striped bass. He took us around 2 of Portland lighthouse and helped us take a beautiful picture. The communication from the moment I booked till the day off was great! We will definitely come back and book again in the future.

  • Brian Rush
    Brian Rush
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Best fishing charter there ever was

    4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on August 17, 2025 • 2 adults

    My son and I had such a great time fishing in the Casco bay this morning. Patrick is an excellent tour guide, and very personable. We would highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in Maine fishing!

  • Daniel Burke
    Daniel Burke
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    Ground Fishing on September 15, 2025 • 4 adults

    we enjoyed our trip.

Rating

5.0
20 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Jacob Hanlon
Jacob Hanlon
us
Vermont, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Had an Amazing Time!
Ground Fishing on August 8, 2026 • 4 adults

Overall an amazing day out on the water with Captain Patrick. We were lucky enough to catch three keeper size striped bass. Captain knows the area very well and was able to reccomend places to eat and visit while on our trip. Would absolutely recommend booking a charter with Pine State Guide Service and we defintiely plan on going again!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Atlantic Mackerel
Patrick Michaud
Response from Captain

thank you Jacob for you kind words. what a great day catching both on chunks and live Mac’s. I certainly wish you all well and hope to see you back. Safe travels home

Jon Crawford
Jon Crawford
us
Maine, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fantastic trip!
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on June 27, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

We had a great day with patrick. He is very knowledgeable and a good teacher to those of us who were inexperienced on the water. We managed to catch two beautiful stripers!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Patrick Michaud
Response from Captain

thank you Jon great tome great family.

Vern Buck
Vern Buck
us
Vermont, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
Ground Fishing on July 3, 2026 • 2 adults

Perfect weather and beautiful day on the water. Cought some fish, saw two giant sunfish and a whale in the water! Thank you Captian Pat!

Patrick Michaud
Response from Captain

great time Vern. what a wonderful day to fish. wish we could have kept the Cod. thank you again

Scott Flieg
Scott Flieg
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
Ground Fishing on June 29, 2026 • 2 adults

Had 3 nice Strippers on, but only managed to get one landed. It was in the slot and will be enjoyed soon. Captain and gear were great.

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Atlantic Mackerel
Patrick Michaud
Response from Captain

scot, you guys were awesome. I had a great day fishing with you. Enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks so much. 

Mike Martin
Mike Martin
Repeat angler
us
Maine, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great fishing trip!
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on July 10, 2026 • 4 adults

Awesome moring fishing for stripers, great boat and a Captain Patrick was great very knowledgeable and put us on fish!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Atlantic Mackerel
Patrick Michaud
Response from Captain

Thank you for the kind words. Awesome family! I look forward to our next trip

FAQs about Pine State Guide Service, LLC

Pine State Guide Service, LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Ground Fishing (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Pine State Guide Service, LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Toilet aboard, which is behind a closed door
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Pine State Guide Service, LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (If fishing for Stripers we'll catch our bait. If ground fishing Pine Tate Guide Service will provide bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (I don't charge to filet and I provide baggies for filets)
  • Drinks (Pine State Guide Service provides water. Should the customer elect to bring their own food and drink I have a cooler and refrigerator to stow. )
  • Fishing license (Saltwater only)
Pine State Guide Service, LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (34 miles weather permitting )
Pine State Guide Service, LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
  • Ice fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Pine State Guide Service, LLC include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Cod
  • Haddock
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Pollock

Your captain

Patrick Michaud
Patrick Michaud
South Portland, Maine, United States
20 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2025
Capt. Patrick is experienced in navigating the waters of South Portland, Maine and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, fly fishing, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Patrick Michaud
Patrick Michaud
20
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Patrick is experienced in navigating the waters of South Portland, Maine and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, fly fishing, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Cod
Cod
Haddock
Haddock
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Pollock
Pollock
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Cod
Cod
Haddock
Haddock
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Pollock
Pollock

Real catches by this captain

  • Had an Amazing Time!
    Jacob H.
    Jacob H.
  • Fishing with Patrick
    Jennifer P.
    Jennifer P.
  • Great fishing trip!
    Mike M.
    Mike M.
  • Great Trip
    Scott F.
    Scott F.
  • Rather be lost in sea than found on land
    Joseph C.
    Joseph C.
  • Great trip
    Daniel B.
    Daniel B.
  • Amazing Time !!!
    Cheryl Z.
    Cheryl Z.
  • August fishing trip
    Sabrina M.
    Sabrina M.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 600HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Fly Fishing
Ice Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Toilet aboard, which is behind a closed door
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Refrigerator
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
If fishing for Stripers we'll catch our bait. If ground fishing Pine Tate Guide Service will provide bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
I don't charge to filet and I provide baggies for filets
Drinks
Pine State Guide Service provides water. Should the customer elect to bring their own food and drink I have a cooler and refrigerator to stow.
Fishing license
Saltwater only

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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in South Portland to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Under 10 years of age must wear life jacket
You keep catch
If legal size
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
 Checks

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