Fish Taco
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Fish Taco
Portsmouth NH
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Sean Tracey
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Sean Tracey, Captain at Fish Taco
Fish the Piscataqua River, Great Bay estuary and the coast of New Hampshire and Maine!
Looking for a skilled and dependable fishing guide to take you on an unforgettable adventure? Look no further than Fish Taco, owned and operated by the seasoned angler, Captain Sean Tracey. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Captain Sean is a true expert who knows his water like the back of his hand. His unparalleled knowledge, along with his patience and friendly demeanor, make him the perfect companion for your next fishing trip.
Captain Sean is an accomplished fly fisherman who has mastered the art of light tackle and live bait. Whether you're new to the sport or an experienced angler, he offers a variety of fishing trips around the Piscataqua River, the Great Bay estuary, and the inshore waters of New Hampshire and Maine. His exclusive spots have been carefully chosen by his team, offering a unique opportunity to explore some of the best fishing locations in the area.
No matter what your skill level, Captain Sean will ensure that everyone on board has a fantastic time. He welcomes novice anglers, experienced fishermen, and groups of friends and family looking for a fun-filled day of fishing.
One of Captain Sean's specialties is striped bass fishing, and he has perfected his techniques for exploring the great rivers and estuaries of New Hampshire. With his top-of-the-line 21-foot Jones Brother Cape Fisherman Lite Tackle Edition boat, you'll be cruising the waters in style while enjoying the thrill of top-water fishing, which is the most exciting way to catch striped bass!
Don't miss the chance to experience the best fishing spots that New Hampshire has to offer with Captain Sean as your guide. Book your trip now with Fish Taco Guide Service and get ready for an extraordinary fishing adventure that you'll never forget!
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Expertise & Attributes
fishing
Drift Fishing
Fly Fishing
Good with Kids
Good with New Anglers
Live Bait
Nature / Wildlife Views
Saltwater FishingFishing Techniques
What's Included
Transportation
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When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.
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Trips Available with Fish Taco
Fishing
Starting At $400
Charter Fishing Portsmouth | 4HRS to 6HRS Striper and Mackerel Fishing
Fishing Area: Portsmouth, NH
Fishing: Inshore
Fishing Boat:
TACO • 21' Jones Brothers Cape Fisherman • Max 3 guests (base trip price includes 3 guests)Description:
Fishing
Starting At $550
Fishing Charter Portsmouth | 6HRS Inshore Fishing
Fishing Area: Portsmouth, NH
Fishing: Inshore
Fishing Boat:
TACO • 21' Jones Brothers Cape Fisherman • Max 3 guests (base trip price includes 3 guests)Description:
Fishing
Starting At $400
Fishing Charters Portsmouth | 4HRS to 6HRS Inshore Fly Fishing
Fishing Area: Portsmouth, NH
Fishing: Inshore
Fishing Boat:
TACO • 21' Jones Brothers Cape Fisherman • Max 3 guests (base trip price includes 3 guests)Description:
Vehicle
TACO
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
3
Boat Length:
21 ft
Manufacturer Name:
Jones Brothers Cape Fisherman
Model Year:
2005
Engine Manufacturer Name:
Yamaha
# of Engines:
1
Horsepower Per Engine:
150
Maximum Cruising Speed:
40
Features: Bait Tank Ice-Box Fish Finder GPS VHF Radio
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TACO
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
3
Boat Length:
21 ft
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Reports and Expert Articles
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Striper Bonanza: 835 Inches of Bass off Portsmouth NH
Hot bite and happy crew! Summer fishing in Portsmouth NH was in full swing as I took Matthew and their crew out for some inshore action with Fish Taco. We launched from Portsmouth Marina on a partly cloudy day, perfect conditions for targeting striped bass. The early morning start gave us a prime opportunity to hit the best spots before the day heated up. With our gear rigged and ready, we set out to explore the productive waters around Portsmouth. Our approach combined bottom fishing, trolling, and jigging techniques to maximize our chances of hooking into some quality stripers. The partly cloudy skies provided ideal conditions, keeping the fish active without the harsh glare of full sun. As we worked different areas, I shared insights on how each method could be effective for enticing strikes from the local striped bass population. The crew picked up the techniques quickly, and it wasn't long before we started seeing results. The highlight of our trip was definitely the impressive haul of striped bass. We managed to boat a total of 835 inches of stripers, which is a testament to the productive fishery we have here in Portsmouth. The combination of bottom fishing, trolling, and jigging proved effective, with each method producing fish throughout our outing. We wrapped up the trip with great catches and smiles all around, making it a successful day on the water for Fish Taco. If you're looking to experience the thrill of striper fishing in Portsmouth NH, I'd love to have you aboard for one of our 4-Hour and 6-Hour Striper Fishing Trips with Fish Taco. Our Charter Fishing Portsmouth options range from 4 to 6 hours, giving you plenty of time to target both stripers and mackerel. Whether you're an experienced angler or new to fishing, our trips are tailored to provide an enjoyable and productive day on the water. We'll use proven techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, and jigging to put you on the fish. Summer is prime time for striped bass in our area, and the fishing has been consistently good. Don't miss out on the chance to battle these hard-fighting fish in the scenic waters around Portsmouth. Give us a call at Fish Taco to book your trip and join us for some exciting inshore fishing action. We provide all the necessary gear and expertise to make your fishing experience memorable and successful. Looking forward to seeing you on the water and helping you land some quality stripers!
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Striper Slam on the Newington Flats with Fish Taco's Charters
I took Paul and Bob out for a 6 hour striper and fishing trip with Fish Taco's Charter Fishing Portsmouth service on a foggy June morning starting at 7:00 am.Using eels, we hooked up and landed two 27 inch stripers in the river within minutes of becinning. One for Paul and one for Bob. Nice job guys!If you're thinking about coming out with us for a 4-hour or 6-hour striper fishing trip, I'd highly recommend it. The Fish Taco team knows these waters like the back of our hand, and we're always happy to share our local expertise to put you on the fish. The Charter Fishing Portsmouth service offers a fantastic way to experience the thrill of inshore fishing, whether you're a seasoned angler or just getting started. So give us a call, and let's get you out on the water for an unforgettable day on the water.
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Stripers and Mackerel Abound: An Exhilarating Fishing Adventure
It was a beautiful June morning when we set out for our 4-Hour Striper and Mackerel Fishing Trip at the Portsmouth Marina. As the guide for Fish Taco, I always look forward to these trips - the summer months are prime time for striped bass fishing in these waters, and today's forecast of partly cloudy skies promised ideal conditions.We met our anglers, a father and son from Philly, at the marina at 6 AM and got them set up with their gear. I could tell they were eager to get out on the water and try their hand at landing a big striper. We wasted no time heading out and started working the shoreline, for mackerel. we got a half dozen. then it was up rhe river to use the macs as bait for stripers. It wasn't long before one of our guests, a young man named Foster, had a solid hookup. He fought that fish hard, and I could see the excitement on his face as he reeled in his first big striped bass - a 32-inch beauty! After a few quick photos, we carefully released the fish, already planning our next cast.As we headed back to the marina, our anglers were all smiles, excited about the fish they'd caught and the memories they'd made. That's what these trips are all about - creating unforgettable experiences on the water, whether you're a seasoned angler or picking up a rod for the first time. If you're looking to get in on the striper and mackerel action in Portsmouth, our 4-Hour and 6-Hour Striper Fishing Trips are the perfect way to do it. Book your trip with Fish Taco today and let us show you the best inshore fishing the area has to offer!
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Chasing Stripers in the Sunny Shores of Portsmouth, NH
Water temp in low 40s on this trip. Generally too cold for a great bite, but Charles' son Nilos managed to get three great hits on a 9 inch white sluggo, and hooked one large striper. With a serious bend in the rod it looked like it would too 30 or more inches but it shook the hook when it reached the boat. Charles had a good bite in chunk mackerel but missed the hook set. These were fwo fun and enthusiastic fishermen. Charles said he will be booking s trip in a few weeks tomlearn how to flyfish for stripers. I welcome him back. If you're looking for an awesome inshore fishing experience in the Portsmouth area, I highly recommend booking a 4 or 6-Hour Inshore Fishing Charter with Fish Taco. We'll put you on the fish using a variety of techniques, from fly fishing the flats to working structure with baitcast gear. Even if the bite is a little off, you're guaranteed to have a great time out on the water. The seasonal conditions, ideal habitat, and our local expertise will give you the best shot at some feisty Striped Bass, and you might even hook into a few other surprises along the way. So if you're ready to experience the thrill of inshore fishing in New Hampshire, get in touch and let's get you out on the water.
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43 degree water temp
Water too cold for a great bite.
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Family Fishing Fun
Birthday present to Dad to fish for Stripers, but Mom caught the biggest one.
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2 Day Family Fishing Trip on TACO
Hard fishing one day, 2nd day the "bite was ON". Day 1, 4-6 ft breaking waves. No way to go out on ocean to get live bait without getting soaked, and it was cold and rainy, East wind. We got 5+ takes but only landed one Keeper, which they took for dinner. Our intrepid family fished on! 2nd day, everyone got fish, a number of keepers and our young boy guest caught 3 keeper-sized (28"-31") Stripers on super light tackle rod with a top-water plastic bait. What a hoot!
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Big bait ball of pogies
classic technique. we snagged pogies with a treble hook. then cut them in half and lowered them with a weight below the 100s of pogies and hooked a 38 inch striper wirhin 2 seconds.
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Just one keeper...but a good one!
Worked hard to get this nice fish. Went all the way 9 miles offshore to the Isles of Shoals (we heard there might be a bite going on there). But the Shoals had nothing going on. Super quiet. Mackerel were hard to find too. Only put 3 in the livewell. But on returning to the river, we scouted out this nice 28" keeper who slammed a live mackerel right on top of the water in only about 5 feet depth. It was a hoot to see that fish chase down the mackerel, right on top.
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Stripers Running in the River
21 year old guest, Eli, and his Dad from Arkansas, caught 4 keeper sized Striped Bass (Eli's 1st Striper)
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Big bite in the rain
5 keeper stripers on the 30" range today on live mackerel. incoming tide. heavy rain.
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Stipers off the beach and in the river
Caught 4 Stripers in the 30 inch range in the rocks off Jenness Beach, Rye, NH, and at the mouth of the Piscataqua River, Porstmouth, and off the rocks in Kittery, Maine.
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Busting Fish
Fish were busting out at high tide and sunset at Little Harbor. Top water action on soft plastic lure.
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Family from Canada
A fishing-crazy family - Dad, Mom, and 2 young boys came all the way from Saskatchewan, Canada to fish for their first striped bass. And TACO didn't disappoint. Everyone got good-sized fish (averaging 27 inches). The total was 6 stripers caught from the mouth of the river up to the Memorial Bridge.
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Big stripers
reports of 40 and 50 inch stripers off the shoals from trusted sources. i had a charter on my cruising boat so didnt get to fish. sunday a complete washout. hope theyre still there
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13 year old fishermen
A birthday wish for young Andrew and his buddy from his Dad. The three travelled from Vermont for a day of fishing. They scored a live well full of mackerel and 6 stripers. They took one keeper home for dinner.
Ratings & Reviews Summary
July 6, 2025
This is the third time our family has fished on The Taco and we had a blast! Usually we fish with Capt Sean but this trip was with Capt Ben. I can’t say enough good things about Ben and his agreeable and chill attitude. We were fishing with our kids and were able to satisfy everyone’s needs and requests. We started with the usual catching mackerel for live bait (a highlight for our 11 year old) then went back to the river to fish for stripers. On the way to our fishing spots we noticed birds diving and we decided to go closer to see if stripers were feeding, My 13 year old quickly grabbed the top water sluggo and casted under the birds and on the second cast he hooked a 29 incher! We ended up catching several fish using this method then found our hot spots to use live bait. Lots of hook up’s and lots of good fish landed. Every time we saw breaching fish or birds we changed to top water and had a great time. Capt Sean and Capt Ben are both knowledgeable and so prepared to fish any way you prefer. Great experience for our family!
July 6, 2025
Even though we never caught a fish, it was a good trip. It was just bad luck water temps were so low and extremely heavy fog that never burned off till noon. Yet it was still good to be on the Water. Sean did great job getting us to fishing locations safely. During the trip we were able to talk with other fisherman who were not having any luck either.
July 6, 2025
It was a wonderful experience! Sean was an incredibly passionate and knowledgeable fishing guide, and he made sure we had a great time. I would highly recommend FISH TACO for anyone looking to have an enjoyable fishing experience.
July 6, 2025
The fishing was good and he was a phenomenal guide. I would highly recommend Fish Taco for anyone looking for an enjoyable and successful fishing charter.
July 6, 2025
I had an amazing day of fishing with Captain Sean Tracey and the Fish Taco crew. Sean's knowledge and expertise on the local waters were truly impressive, and he went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. We caught plenty of striped bass and had a blast doing it. Highly recommend!
July 6, 2025
I've been on quite a few fishing trips in my time, but my day with Fish Taco and Captain Sean was by far the best. The scenery was gorgeous, the fishing was fantastic, and Sean's guidance and instruction really helped me improve my skills. I can't wait to book another trip with Fish Taco!
