Montauk Cod Fishing Charters

Montauk Cod Fishing Charters

Best Cod Fishing Charters in Montauk

Montauk: 22 fishing charters available
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(42 reviews)
Montauk
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trips from US $750
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(23 reviews)
Montauk
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trips from US $850
Excellent
4.4 / 5
(5 reviews)
Montauk
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trips from US $600
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(81 reviews)
Montauk
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trips from US $900
Montauk
trips from US $575
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(1 review)
Montauk
trips from US $900
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(12 reviews)
Montauk
trips from US $600

Cod Fishing in Montauk

Cod
  • Size 5 to 15lbs
  • Food Value Excellent
  • Game Qualities Average
  • Habitats Offshore

(Gadus morhua / macrocephalus)

Cod is famous around the world for being one of the most delicious fish that you can get your hands on. Want to know a secret ingredient that makes it taste even better? Catching your very own in one of the most famous fishing destinations the East Coast has to offer! Thanks to its location right on the tip of Long Island, Montauk has earned itself the tongue-in-cheek nickname of “The Last Resort” – but its incredible variety of Cod fishing charters are proof that, when it comes to hooking tasting table fare, it should be first on your list!
 

What to Expect

If you’ve only ever seen it fried and served up as a delicious meal, you might be surprised to discover that Cod can measure up to 30 inches, and can tip the scales anywhere between 4 to 75 pounds. With all this weight to carry around, no wonder it’s a bottom-dweller! 
 
Also known as the Atlantic Cod, this fish prefers to hang out around offshore wrecks and rough ocean floors, as well as near the continental shelf. When it comes to the “How” of catching your bottom-dweller, it only makes sense that you’ll be bottom fishing. Generally, you’ll drift along your fishing hotspot, and will jig your chosen lure or bait close to the ocean floor, using sinkers. This technique is suitable for beginners and experienced anglers alike, and most charter captains will happily show newbies the ropes.
 
Although the technique is no obstruction when it comes to who can fish for Cod, something to consider is how much time you want to spend on the water. In order to really plumb the depths for some brag-worthy fish, most Cod charters in the area recommend opting for a trip that lasts at least eight hours. Your captain will usually take you to the wrecks southeast of Block Island, which are at least 25 miles from Montauk – but when you see the size of the Cod on offer, it’s definitely worth it. 
 

Need to Know

Although Cod is technically a year-round species, the best time to target this tasty table fare is in the early spring (March and April) or December, when a whole host of Montauk fishing charters offer specialized trips.
 
If you’re fishing with a licensed charter captain, chances are your New York fishing license will be covered for you. All you need to do is climb aboard! The majority of charters also provide fishing equipment for guests, as well as lures or live bait. 
 
Local captains recommend bringing warm clothing, no matter when you choose to visit. As is the case with most fishing, hooking your own Cod may involve a bit of a waiting game. Don’t let the potentially harsh winds of the Northeast stop you from landing a trophy catch! If you’re a newer angler, make sure you pack some seasickness medication: Montauk’s offshore waters can be unpredictable and choppy. Come earn the bragging rights of hooking one of the world’s most famous fish, in one of the world's most famous fishing destinations!

Montauk Cod Fishing Seasons

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Seasonality

Cod fishing in Montauk varies moderately throughout the year. High season is January to March. Low season is May to November. There is no closed season.
Montauk
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Based on 28,542 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

What anglers said about Cod Fishing in Montauk

These grounds are the best in Long Island!! Trust your captain, you wonโ€™t be disappointed!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
These grounds are the best in Long Island!! Trust your captain, you wonโ€™t be disappointed!
Susie E Sportfishing
Susie E Sportfishing Riverhead, New York
If itโ€™s your first time fishing or in a tight budget try a party boat to see if you like the experience. If you are an experienced fisherman, go for a charter.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If itโ€™s your first time fishing or in a tight budget try a party boat to see if you like the experience. If you are an experienced fisherman, go for a charter.
Charter Boat Windy
Charter Boat Windy New York, New York
Look for your old school captains with good reviews and a good captain will tell you if itโ€™s worth coming out or not most old school guys were always put you want fish just listen to the meat in the captain and youโ€™ll have the best trip ever
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Look for your old school captains with good reviews and a good captain will tell you if itโ€™s worth coming out or not most old school guys were always put you want fish just listen to the meat in the captain and youโ€™ll have the best trip ever
Captain Alโ€™s Fishing Charters
Captain Alโ€™s Fishing Charters West Islip, NY
If you're going to Montauk, don't skip Montauk fishing charters. It's a Mecca for Striped Bass fishing! FishingBooker helped me find the best fit for my fishing charter in Montauk and I'd highly recommend fishing in Montauk between late May and mid-July (Captain Steve told me that things only get better after the end of May).
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you're going to Montauk, don't skip Montauk fishing charters. It's a Mecca for Striped Bass fishing! FishingBooker helped me find the best fit for my fishing charter in Montauk and I'd highly recommend fishing in Montauk between late May and mid-July (Captain Steve told me that things only get better after the end of May).
November Rain Charters
November Rain Charters Norfolk, VA
Diamond jigs are killer . Stick with the lighter tackle . Trawling is no fun
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Diamond jigs are killer . Stick with the lighter tackle . Trawling is no fun
Push The Limit Sportfishing
Push The Limit Sportfishing Sayville, NY
Fished Montauk twice for bass in August once on the 1st and again on the 25th both times did great.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fished Montauk twice for bass in August once on the 1st and again on the 25th both times did great.
Moondance Charters of Montauk
Moondance Charters of Montauk Huntington, New York
We had a great time , Captain John and his mate took really good care of us and we are looking forward to booking our next trip with him soon .
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had a great time , Captain John and his mate took really good care of us and we are looking forward to booking our next trip with him soon .
Premium Charters
Premium Charters The Bronx, NY
Captain told us that late June/early august is best for Striped Bass, but we had a great time pulling up sea bass in August!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captain told us that late June/early august is best for Striped Bass, but we had a great time pulling up sea bass in August!
Four Cโ€™s Montauk Sport Fishing
Four Cโ€™s Montauk Sport Fishing Mound, MN
If i were to recommend to anglers fishing in Montauk. It would be to go and book a charter with November Rain Charters.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If i were to recommend to anglers fishing in Montauk. It would be to go and book a charter with November Rain Charters.
November Rain Charters
November Rain Charters Brooklyn, NY
Charter a boat, the captain, knows the water & can advise on what bait, where to fish and how to catch.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Charter a boat, the captain, knows the water & can advise on what bait, where to fish and how to catch.
Capt. Ronโ€™s Fishing Charters
Capt. Ronโ€™s Fishing Charters Brooklyn, New York
Traffic can be heavy through the. Hampton towns. Plan some extra drive time.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Traffic can be heavy through the. Hampton towns. Plan some extra drive time.
November Rain Charters
November Rain Charters Hampton Bays, New York
Find a few friends and a good Capt for a private 1/2 day charter...if you come back and are not hooked then fishing is not for you!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Find a few friends and a good Capt for a private 1/2 day charter...if you come back and are not hooked then fishing is not for you!
Captain Alโ€™s Fishing Charters
Captain Alโ€™s Fishing Charters East Hartford, Connecticut

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