Captain
Hap Farrell

Member since May 2019 Orleans, United States
Background
"I've been fishing out of Rock Harbor for almost 40 years, primarily for Striped Bass and Bluefish. Lately, I've been building my own rods for specific methods of fishing. I mostly troll for the Bass and Bluefish and I like using really light action trolling tackle when I can. I can bring you down to 2 lb test trolling tackle if you want. Captain Hap Farrell began running charters in 1980, so it's safe to say he has plenty of experience when it comes to providing incredible angling adventures out on these waters. He's local to this area and has been fishing since the age of 7. In the past, he worked at a tackle shop, where he learned how to make rods and reels. He's now proud to say that he makes all of his own gear! Capt. Hap customizes rods and reels to suit different types of fishing and different types of anglers and has customized fishing gear for every variety of angling that he now offers on his charter. Who could be better equipped to take you out on an incredible trip
Techniques
The most important thing is that Rock Harbor is a TIDAL HARBOR. Every day has a DIFFERENT sailing time. We mostly troll for the bass and bluefish and I like using really light action trolling tackle when I can. I can bring you down to 2 lb. test trolling tackle if requested.

Hey, I'm Captain Hap Farrell

Orleans, United States
Background
"I've been fishing out of Rock Harbor for almost 40 years, primarily for Striped Bass and Bluefish. Lately, I've been building my own rods for specific methods of fishing. I mostly troll for the Bass and Bluefish and I like using really light action trolling tackle when I can. I can bring you down to 2 lb test trolling tackle if you want. Captain Hap Farrell began running charters in 1980, so it's safe to say he has plenty of experience when it comes to providing incredible angling adventures out on these waters. He's local to this area and has been fishing since the age of 7. In the past, he worked at a tackle shop, where he learned how to make rods and reels. He's now proud to say that he makes all of his own gear! Capt. Hap customizes rods and reels to suit different types of fishing and different types of anglers and has customized fishing gear for every variety of angling that he now offers on his charter. Who could be better equipped to take you out on an incredible trip
Techniques
The most important thing is that Rock Harbor is a TIDAL HARBOR. Every day has a DIFFERENT sailing time. We mostly troll for the bass and bluefish and I like using really light action trolling tackle when I can. I can bring you down to 2 lb. test trolling tackle if requested.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(16 reviews)
Orleans
Trips from US $700

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 18 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (22)
September fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Robert M.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  August 6, 2025
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Joseph M.
Millbrook, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Happ and August!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on August 25, 2021
I have to say, Captain Happ was great with my three teenage daughters and my wife on their first charter experience. He was...
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Robert H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on August 23, 2024
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Jeff D.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  August 31, 2025
The charter operator canceled 21 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Mohammad E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Hap

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on July 21, 2023
Mohammad E. recommends Cape Cod Bay Charters
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