Newburyport has a fish with your name on it, so let Reel Justice Family Charters help you catch it! Your guide for the day is Captain Travis, bringing aboard their professional experience.
"I had the best day out on the water with Travis. It was my first time fishing and travis made it such a breeze." — Martha,
Welcome aboard! Join us on the Sara G for an unforgettable fishing adventure in the picturesque waters of Rockport, Massachusetts.
"Fantastic day on the water with my 7-year-old son! Captain Trevor was outstanding." — Jacob,
Tuna Tail Charters is located in Gloucester, providing the best and most successful trips in the area. Senior Captain John DeMarco has been fishing commercially and professionally from Mexico to New England, in and offshore, for over 45 years.
"Captain John and first mate Jeff were amazing! You catch fish together; you lose fish together." — Cameron,
10 Point Charters is located in Gloucester and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. With over 20 years of experience fighting giant Bluefin Tuna out of Gloucester, Capt. Ira Shank will put your group onto fish and land fish.
"I took my 12 year old son and his friend out for a 4 hour trip." — Alex,
Lyla Rose Fishing Charters welcomes you to Gloucester, Massachusetts and offers you a wide range of fun and enjoyable fishing trips.
"Captain Matthew Cooney was knowledgeable and personable! I purchased the 3 hour inshore trip for my son and nephew’s 13th birthdays and they expressed it was an unforgettable experience!" — Allyse,
Embark on an unforgettable fishing expedition aboard the vessel “Showtime,” a pristine 26-foot Regulator.
"We’ve made this fishing trip an annual tradition, and this year’s trip with my son was especially meaningful as we did it before dropping him off for college." — Molly,
Book your next trip with Eastern Viking Charters and find out what you're missing on the water in Gloucester! With Captain Derek at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands!! These waters are known for Bluefin Tuna, Striped Bass, Haddock, B
"This was our first family fishing adventure. Captain Derek was a great resource and extremely helpful both before the charter and during." — Dean,
Yarmouth has a fish with your name on it, so let Mid-Cape Sportfishing help you catch it! These waters are known for Striped Bass, Bluefish, Cod, Haddock, Black Seabass, Scup (Porgy), Bluefin Tuna, Bonito, Blue Shark, Squid, and more – with any luck
"The captain did his job perfectly. We were all beginners and we all felt like we were prepared during the tuna trip." — Alexander,
Looking to fish with an experienced Cape Cod fisherman? Then Annie Bee Sportfishing has a trip with your name on it! Your guide for the day is 3rd generation Captain Jarred Bolduc, offering 36 years of sportfishing experience on Cape Cod Bay.
"I can explain how happy I am that I picked the Annie Bee for my wifes and I to get out on a charter while in town for our hunnymoon." — Michael,
Private half-day (around 4 hours) fishing trips in Massachusetts typically cost $600–$800, while private full-day (around 8 hours) trips run $900–$1400. Shared trips are charged per person and usually range from $150–$250 per angler. Prices vary based on factors such as the length of the trip, the type of fishing experience offered, the equipment and services included, and the overall scope of the trip. Longer trips, more specialized fishing styles, and packages that include additional services or amenities generally cost more than shorter, more straightforward outings. Multi-day trips are typically priced higher than standard day trips.
Massachusetts trips are all about putting you in the right water for striped bass, with many charters running in open water and along the shore and then adjusting tackle when the bite changes. If you’re chasing big-game, some captains also tailor plans around Bluefin Tuna, though they’ll be honest about the odds and pivot to Striped Bass when conditions aren’t lining up. What makes local charters worth booking is the hands-on help to get everyone hooked up quickly, plus captains who work hard to keep finding fish by switching techniques and using their network to locate the bite.
Massachusetts fishing is at its best for classic Northeast gamefish and fast action offshore, with plenty of big-name species biting in warm weather and more offshore runs later in the season. Striped Bass is a top catch, with peak bites in July and June. You’ll also see strong chances for Bluefish (Tailor) in July and June, plus Flounder when the water warms in June and July, and Bluefin Tuna in October and July.
Massachusetts fishing peaks when the summer and early fall ocean season is firing, especially July through September. Striped Bass, Bluefish, Black Seabass, and Bluefin Tuna all line up with that stretch, and the bite can stay strong into October when cooler water keeps the offshore action going.
Flounder fishing in Massachusetts picks up in November as cooler nearshore water pushes bait and concentrates feeding along the bottom and near structure. In November, anglers target Flounder for its solid fight and table-worthy size, with Atlantic Mackerel, Cod, Haddock, and Tautog also in season now for bottom fishing and around-rock opportunities.
Yes. Families fishing in Massachusetts often say it’s a great way for kids to stay engaged, with lots of action and crews who help with the basics like baiting, casting, and reeling in. Many reviewers mention kids catching fish themselves, including Striped Bass, Bluefish (Tailor), and Bluefin Tuna on the trips they did. Trips also get planned around family time, and several reviews describe well-organized outings where everyone gets a turn fishing.
With Massachusetts fishing, beginners get onto familiar types of action for a first outing, including boat fishing where most first-timers end up casting and reeling under the crews’ guidance on what to do next. Trips commonly target species like Striped Bass, Bluefish (Tailor), and Bluefin Tuna, and reviewers repeatedly mention that even very inexperienced anglers were able to hook up and enjoy the time on the water.
Massachusetts trips can mean cool mornings on the coast, bright midday sun on open water, and sometimes a breezy ride home, so a light layer and a windbreaker are smart additions to your bag. Nearly all local charters provide fishing gear and bait and lures, so you can travel light on tackle and focus on comfort instead. Pack polarized sunglasses and sunscreen for long hours on the water, and bring motion-sickness medicine if you know you get queasy on choppier days. If you’re fishing from a small boat or heading out early in the season, a waterproof jacket is worth having because conditions can shift quickly on Massachusetts waters.
Most of the local charters in Massachusetts run trolling, jigging and bottom fishing trips. More than half also offer deep sea fishing.
Massachusetts stands as a premier destination for anglers, earning its nickname 'The Codfish State' through legendary saltwater action. The coastal waters teem with massive Bluefin Tuna, ferocious Striped Bass, and hard-fighting Bluefish, while offshore grounds deliver Cod, Pollock, and Haddock year-round. Cape Cod Bay and Stellwagen Bank serve as hotspots for trophy Tuna and prolific Shark encounters, including Mako and Blue Sharks. Inshore, anglers consistently hook Flounder, Tautog, and Scup around rocky structures and estuaries.
The state's freshwater fisheries captivate with Trout-filled rivers like the Swift and Merrimack, alongside Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and landlocked Salmon in lakes such as Quabbin Reservoir. Winter transforms these waters into prime ice fishing territory for Perch and Pike. Massachusetts fishing charters offer specialized techniques—from fly fishing for Striper blitzes to deep-dropping for Cod—ensuring diverse adventures whether battling Tuna on heavy tackle or wading for Trout. With distinct seasons shaping prime opportunities, the Bay State delivers unmatched variety from Boston's harbors to the wilds of the Berkshires.
