Fishing Charters in Massachusetts

Browse 139 fishing charters across 48 cities in Massachusetts.

139

Charter Listings

48

Fishing Cities

Cape Cod, Boston, Plymouth

Top Destinations

Fishing in Massachusetts

Massachusetts's Atlantic coast gives anglers access to the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Cod Bay, and Nantucket Sound. Across the state, charter captains target Striped Bass, Bluefin Tuna, Bluefish, Cod, and more, with popular trip styles including offshore, inshore, fly fishing. The best fishing is generally may through october, with peak bluefin tuna from august to october.

Top Species

Striped BassBluefin TunaBluefishCodHaddockFluke

Fishing Types

OffshoreInshoreFly FishingBottom Fishing

Best Season

May through October, with peak bluefin tuna from August to October

Cape Cod

Cape Cod, MA

10 charters

Boston

Boston, MA

10 charters

Plymouth

Plymouth, MA

9 charters

beverly

beverly, MA

7 charters

Nantucket

Nantucket, MA

6 charters

barnstable

barnstable, MA

6 charters

bourne

bourne, MA

6 charters

brewster

brewster, MA

5 charters

cohasset

cohasset, MA

5 charters

dartmouth

dartmouth, MA

5 charters

Gloucester

Gloucester, MA

4 charters

arlington

arlington, MA

4 charters

amesbury

amesbury, MA

3 charters

carver

carver, MA

3 charters

chilmark

chilmark, MA

3 charters

east dennis

east dennis, MA

3 charters

eastham

eastham, MA

3 charters

harwich

harwich, MA

3 charters

provincetown

provincetown, MA

3 charters

west dennis

west dennis, MA

3 charters

westport

westport, MA

3 charters

nantucket

nantucket, MA

2 charters

barnstable county

barnstable county, MA

2 charters

boylston

boylston, MA

2 charters

essex

essex, MA

2 charters

falmouth

falmouth, MA

2 charters

marblehead

marblehead, MA

2 charters

scituate

scituate, MA

2 charters

truro

truro, MA

2 charters

stafford

stafford, MA

1 charters

winsted

winsted, MA

1 charters

centerville

centerville, MA

1 charters

cotuit

cotuit, MA

1 charters

duxbury

duxbury, MA

1 charters

east falmouth

east falmouth, MA

1 charters

fairhaven

fairhaven, MA

1 charters

harwichport

harwichport, MA

1 charters

hingham

hingham, MA

1 charters

lynn

lynn, MA

1 charters

marion

marion, MA

1 charters

mattapoisett

mattapoisett, MA

1 charters

marshfield

marshfield, MA

1 charters

north truro

north truro, MA

1 charters

oak bluffs

oak bluffs, MA

1 charters

sandwich

sandwich, MA

1 charters

south dennis

south dennis, MA

1 charters

winthrop

winthrop, MA

1 charters

worcester

worcester, MA

1 charters

Fishing Charter FAQ for Massachusetts

What fish can I catch in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts anglers target a variety of species in the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Cod Bay, and Nantucket Sound. Common catches include Striped Bass, Bluefin Tuna, Bluefish, Cod, and more depending on the season and region of the state you fish.
When is the best time to go fishing in Massachusetts?
The best fishing in Massachusetts is generally may through october, with peak bluefin tuna from august to october. Different species peak at different times, so there's usually something worth targeting whenever you visit.
How much does a fishing charter cost in Massachusetts?
Across Massachusetts, charter prices typically range from $500-$800 for a half-day inshore trip and $1,800-$3,500 for a tuna trip. Prices vary by city, trip duration, boat size, and group size. Browse charters on Chartrr to compare specific options.
Do I need a fishing license for a charter in Massachusetts?
No. In Massachusetts, passengers on a licensed for-hire vessel do not need individual permits. A free recreational saltwater fishing permit is required only for fishing from shore or a private boat.