Codfather Charters 

4.9/5 (19 reviews)
 Woodcleft Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520, United States

Codfather Charters 

Freeport, NY, United States
32 ft
5
4.9/5 (19 reviews)

Everyone who has the itch to fish should give Codfather Charters a try. Join him for a fun day on the water out of Freeport NY on the south shore of Long Island.

Break your cabin fever and hop onboard the 'Codfather', a 32' custom-built fishing machine. She is a spacious vessel with a single 350 HP Yanmar Diesel engine and plenty of room for up to 5 anglers.

The Codfather was built back in 1986 and overhauled in 2017. She is rigged with 3 modern GPS units, a fishfinder, a radar, and a couple of VHF radios, along with all the necessary safety equipment. The Codfather has a toilet onboard, as well as a livewell and an ice-box for the catch. All aboard!

Go for winter Tautog (Blackfish) and early Flounder. Head out for the likes of Mackerel and Striped Bass, chase Fluke north and go for Weakfish, Sharks, Porgy, and Black Seabass to name a few. Bottom fish over wrecks and reefs. The opportunities abound!

From heart-pumping top-water action battling Stripers and Blues over a flock of birds to a mixed bag of Porgies, Blackfish, and Seabass, there is a trip for you. Explore the inlets, bays, channels, and the mighty ocean in comfort and style.

All trips come with the use of quality gear, tackle, bait, lures, and fishing license.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

All fish caught will be cleaned by the first mate, who works for tips. The customary tip amount is 20% of the total trip price.

Everyone who has the itch to fish should give Codfather Charters a try. Join him for a fun day on the water out of Freeport NY on the south shore of Long Island.

Break your cabin fever and hop onboard the 'Codfather', a 32' custom-built fishing machine. She is a spacious vessel with a single 350 HP Yanmar Diesel engine and plenty of room for up to 5 anglers.

The Codfather was built back in 1986 and overhauled in 2017. She is rigged with 3 modern GPS units, a fishfinder, a radar, and a couple of VHF radios, along with all the necessary safety equipment. The Codfather has a toilet onboard, as well as a livewell and an ice-box for the catch. All aboard!

Go for winter Tautog (Blackfish) and early Flounder. Head out for the likes of Mackerel and Striped Bass, chase Fluke north and go for Weakfish, Sharks, Porgy, and Black Seabass to name a few. Bottom fish over wrecks and reefs. The opportunities abound!

From heart-pumping top-water action battling Stripers and Blues over a flock of birds to a mixed bag of Porgies, Blackfish, and Seabass, there is a trip for you. Explore the inlets, bays, channels, and the mighty ocean in comfort and style.

All trips come with the use of quality gear, tackle, bait, lures, and fishing license.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

All fish caught will be cleaned by the first mate, who works for tips. The customary tip amount is 20% of the total trip price.

Michael Barnett
Captain
Michael Barnett
41 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip - Blackfish/Seabass
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Dec 1
US $900
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip - Inshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Rating

4.9
19 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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All reviews (19)

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Matt Sullivan
Matt Sullivan
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
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Fantastic Fluke Fishing
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 20, 20252 adults

Had a great time with Mike and Dave. They were awesome company and ensured we had a great time. Got a couple novice fishermen feeling like pros by the end. Thanks boys!

Danny Nasta
Danny Nasta
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2018
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Excellent trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 8, 20255 adults

Captain Mike put us on the fish when no other fishermen had luck

David Gruber
David Gruber
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2019
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Half day trip with Captain Mike and Mate Dave
Half Day Trip (PM) on March 31, 20232 adults

Excellent experience. Captain Mike and Dave were most professional, courteous, and engaging. Plus, they knew how to find and catch the fish!

Michael Barnett
Response from Captain

Thankyou, was a pleasure having you!

Steve Mule
Steve Mule
us
New York, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Half day trip with Capt. Mike
Half Day Trip (PM) on September 17, 20224 adults

Had a great half-day trip with Capt. Mike. He and his mate Dave worked hard to put us on fish and we came away with a mixed bag of fluke & porgies. They were professional and patient with the newbies. Everyone enjoyed the experience. Thanks!

Diane Nelson-Frank
Diane Nelson-Frank
us
New York, US
Member since 2022
4.7
Verified
Half Day trip with Capt. Mike and Dave.
Half Day Trip (PM) on September 3, 20223 adults

Dave was so hands on with us. No need to bait hook or take fish off hooks, Dave was there to help us the entire time. We caught lots of Fluke, Sea Robins and Sea bass. We only took home 4 fish, and rest were given a second chance. We caught so many fish, we lost track. We had a special needs person with us, both Dave and Mike were great with him.

Michael Barnett
Response from Captain

You guys were great, had lots of fun!

FAQs about Codfather Charters

Codfather Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Full Day Trip - Blackfish/Seabass (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Full Day Trip - Inshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Codfather Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS 3 units
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Codfather Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Prepared in advance)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (gratuity for mate)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Codfather Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Bay fishing)
  • Nearshore fishing (Bay fishing)
  • Offshore fishing (Ocean fishing)
Codfather Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Codfather Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cod
  • Common Ling
  • Flounder
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Tautog

Your captain

Michael Barnett
Michael Barnett
Michael Barnett

Freeport, New York, United States

ID & license verified
19 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2017

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ID & license verified
19 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2017

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The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cod
Cod
Common Ling
Common Ling
Flounder
Flounder
Scup (Porgy)
Scup (Porgy)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Tautog
Tautog
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cod
Cod
Common Ling
Common Ling
Flounder
Flounder

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
1986
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
JC
Boat type
Downeast
Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
1 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Bay fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Bay fishing
Offshore Fishing
Ocean fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
3 units
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Prepared in advance
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
gratuity for mate
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
10 years old and up
No alcohol
No hard liquor. Beer allowed.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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 Freeport right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
FlounderFlounder
Scup (Porgy)Scup (Porgy)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
TautogTautog

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