Pine State Guide Service, LLC
Pine State Guide Service, LLC
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!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (16)
+13Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Sep 23, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing
Rather be lost in sea than found on land
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.
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....
Captain replied
Aug 13, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing
August fishing trip
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!
Patrick is awesome! Our family had a great time first catching bait then catching our 2 striper fish! Absolutely great guy, great...
Captain replied
Sep 13, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing
Amazing Time !!!
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.
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...
Aug 5, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing
Fun trip for the family
We had a great time today with Pat. He was very attentive to our needs, and made sure we were not in too rough waters. He also knows where the stripers like to go and we were able to catch a good size one. Almost caught two but it got away. Overall great experience and would recommend to anyone, especially families.
We had a great time today with Pat. He was very attentive to our needs, and made sure we were not in too rough waters. He also...
Captain replied
Jul 12, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing
Mason and Jack Welsh / Striped Bass fishermen
Brought my son and two grandsons (8&13) out with Captain Patrick Michaud. Foggy day and slow action but Capt.Pat was terrific with the boys and they learned a lot , caught mackerel, and had a lot of fun hunting stripers. Beautiful perfect fishing boat , and a great time on Casco Bay!
Brought my son and two grandsons (8&13) out with Captain Patrick Michaud. Foggy day and slow action but Capt.Pat was terrific...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (16)
+13Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Rather be lost in sea than found on land
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on September 23, 2025
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.
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.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
August fishing trip
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on August 13, 2025
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!
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!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Amazing Time !!!
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on September 13, 2025
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.
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.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fun trip for the family
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on August 5, 2025
We had a great time today with Pat. He was very attentive to our needs, and made sure we were not in too rough waters. He also knows where the stripers like to go and we were able to catch a good size one. Almost caught two but it got away. Overall great experience and would recommend to anyone, especially families.
We had a great time today with Pat. He was very attentive to our needs, and made sure we were not in too rough waters. He also knows where the stripers like to go and we were able to catch a good size one. Almost caught two but it got away. Overall great experience and would recommend to anyone, especially families.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Mason and Jack Welsh / Striped Bass fishermen
4 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing on July 12, 2025
Brought my son and two grandsons (8&13) out with Captain Patrick Michaud. Foggy day and slow action but Capt.Pat was terrific with the boys and they learned a lot , caught mackerel, and had a lot of fun hunting stripers. Beautiful perfect fishing boat , and a great time on Casco Bay!
Brought my son and two grandsons (8&13) out with Captain Patrick Michaud. Foggy day and slow action but Capt.Pat was terrific with the boys and they learned a lot , caught mackerel, and had a lot of fun hunting stripers. Beautiful perfect fishing boat , and a great time on Casco Bay!
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