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Mike Elling
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Mike Elling

Montauk, United States
50+ reviews
Spending time on and around the water has always been an important part of Captain Mike Elling's life. Growing up in Northport, a small fishing village on Long Island, he spent his childhood fishing, clamming and working on boats. This led to a lifelong passion for the outdoors. As he grew up, he worked on many commercial fishing boats, starting out on the old oyster dredge boats that fished out for Northport. After moving to Alaska to fish for Cod and Pollock, he joined the Navy, where he was stationed in Virginia Beach. This gave him the chance to fish the bountiful waters of the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, and South Carolina. When he sustained a serious injury to his leg in the first Gulf War, Captain Mike was honorably discharged from the Navy. After that point, he dedicated his life to charter fishing. Mike has lived and worked in Montauk since 2000, working on commercial and charter fishing boats as well as serving local marinas. Now, he wants to share all this experience with you.

Charter

Rating

4.9
92 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (92)

Showing 1 – 5 of 92 reviews
  • Rob Laughlin
    Rob Laughlin
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2026

    The captain canceled

    Trip was supposed to happen on September 6, 2026
    The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
  • Matthew Morrall
    Matthew Morrall
    Repeat angler
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience

    Offshore Shark Fishing • 5 adults • 3 children

    Thanks to Mike and Brian for making the trip enjoyable and interesting. The fish just weren’t having it today but the guys worked very hard to put us on fish and we appreciated their efforts!

  • Craig Diamond
    Craig Diamond
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Surpassed expectations

    Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) • 2 adults

    Great experience! Captain and first mate were fantastic, and committed to helping us catch as many fish as possible. We took home over 30 fish. Highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Jason Rudolph
    Jason Rudolph
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great half day if fishing

    Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) • 4 adults
  • Cj Trujillo
    Cj Trujillo
    us
    New Mexico, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Mike

    Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) • 4 adults

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    Great morning out on Long Island Sound
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    Thomas W.
    Thomas W.
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    Half-day morning trip
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    James Y.
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    Donald G.
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    August fishing trip
    Rigoberto R.
    Rigoberto R.
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    halfday afternoon trip
    William H.
    William H.
  • Montauk Charterboat CUJO
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    Half day trip with Captain Mike!
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    Ben M.

What's biting with Montauk Charterboat CUJO in Montauk

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Fishing reports

Two young anglers enjoying a sunny day of fishing on a boat, showcasing their excitement while holding fishing rods.

Amazing Stripped Bass at Montauk Point

Jun 21, 2026 • Montauk
Every day is getting better and better with large jumbo striped bass as well as some smaller slot size for dinner!
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Big Bass catch and release

Jul 3, 2025 • Montauk
Bass fishing is very good!
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Plenty of Bass in all sizes! Book now wh

Jun 22, 2024 • Montauk
Montauk Point Big Bass !
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