Half Day Fishing Trip In Montauk, NY
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fivehour inshore fishing adventure targeting multiple speciesAll tackle, bait, and catch cleaning services includedPrivate boat accommodates up to six guests comfortably
Captain Rob's 5-hour inshore fishing adventure puts you right in the action off Montauk Point, where the Atlantic's best gamefish come to feed. With over two decades guiding these waters, he knows exactly where to find the bass, blues, and bottom fish that make this stretch of Long Island's tip legendary among Northeast anglers. Whether you're an experienced angler or just getting your feet wet, this trip delivers consistent action in some of the most productive fishing waters on the East Coast.
Your day kicks off bright and early with either a 5:30 AM or 10:30 AM departure, depending on tides and what's biting best. Captain Rob runs a clean, well-maintained boat that comfortably handles up to 6 anglers, making this perfect for family groups or a crew of fishing buddies. The $895 rate covers your entire party, which breaks down to a solid deal when you split it among friends. You'll spend your time working the rocky structure, drop-offs, and current breaks that Montauk is famous for. The captain provides all your tackle, fresh bait, and proven lures – he's got everything from live eels and clams to bucktails and swimmers that these fish can't resist. All you need to bring is your fishing license, some snacks, and drinks to keep you fueled throughout the trip. At the end of your adventure, Captain Rob will clean and bag your catch so it's ready for the dinner table.
Captain Rob employs a mix of fishing methods depending on conditions and target species. For striped bass, you'll likely be casting bucktails and soft plastics around rocky structure or drifting live eels near the bottom during prime feeding times. When the blues are schooled up, it's all about finding the birds and getting metal jigs or poppers into the fray fast. Bottom fishing for fluke, black sea bass, and porgy involves high-low rigs with fresh clams, squid, or sea worms, worked along sandy bottoms and rocky ledges where these fish congregate. The captain's tackle selection includes medium to heavy spinning rigs and conventional setups, all spooled with fresh line and rigged with circle hooks for better fish survival. He's constantly reading the water, adjusting drift speed, and moving spots based on fish activity and tide movement. GPS marks built up over years of fishing these waters ensure you're always fishing productive bottom, not just hoping for the best.
Striped bass remain the crown jewel of Montauk fishing, with schoolies in the 20-28 inch range providing steady action throughout the season, while keeper-sized fish over 28 inches offer that trophy potential every angler dreams about. These bass are aggressive feeders, especially during moving tides around dawn and dusk, making them a blast to catch on both live bait and artificials. Their powerful runs and head-shaking fights make every hookup exciting, whether it's your first or hundredth striper. Scup, also known as porgy, might be smaller but they make up for size with sheer numbers and excellent table fare. These 8-12 inch panfish hit hard, fight surprisingly well for their size, and are perfect for novice anglers to build confidence while filling the cooler. Bluefish bring raw aggression to every fight, with their razor-sharp teeth and never-quit attitude making them a favorite among action-oriented anglers. These 2-8 pound eating machines will hit anything that moves and provide non-stop excitement when schools move through. Black sea bass round out the mixed bag with their distinctive appearance and excellent eating qualities, typically running 1-3 pounds and holding tight to rocky structure where they ambush passing baitfish.
Montauk's reputation as the "Fishing Capital of the World" isn't just marketing hype – it's built on decades of consistent fishing and captains like Rob who know how to put you on fish. This half-day format gives you serious fishing time without burning your whole day, leaving you free to explore Montauk Point, grab dinner at a local seafood spot, or plan your next fishing adventure. The boat's 6-person capacity means you get personalized attention and plenty of room to fish comfortably, while the all-inclusive tackle and cleaning service lets you focus purely on fishing. Spring through fall seasons offer different opportunities, from pre-spawn bass in May to mixed-bag action through summer and aggressive fall feeding periods. A small deposit locks in your date, and with Montauk's weather patterns, you'll have plenty of fishable days to choose from. Don't wait until peak summer – book early to secure your preferred dates and get ready for some of the best inshore fishing the Northeast has to offer.
The 40-foot custom Downeast "Oh Brother" is your ticket to Montauk's best inshore fishing grounds. This well-equipped vessel handles up to 6 anglers with plenty of room to work the lines for stripers, blues, fluke, and black seabass. The spacious fishing deck gives everyone room to cast and fight fish, while the GPS and fishfinder help Captain Rob put you right on top of the action. Below deck you'll find a comfortable cabin with a private head and sleeping quarters for longer days on the water. The flybridge offers excellent visibility for spotting bird activity and baitfish, plus there's an icebox to keep your drinks cold and catch fresh. With radar for foggy mornings and a live well to keep bait lively, this boat is rigged for serious fishing in Montauk's productive coastal waters.
Centropristis StriataBlack sea bass are one of our most dependable targets from late spring through summer, hanging around wrecks, rocks, and structure in 30-100 feet of water. These chunky, dark-colored fish average 2-4 pounds and are part of the grouper family, so they fight hard for their size. They're homebodies that stick close to bottom structure, making them pretty predictable to find. What guests love is their willingness to bite and their excellent table quality - sweet, firm white meat that's hard to beat. They start as females and turn male as they get bigger, which is pretty unique. My advice: use a two-hook rig with squid or clam strips, and once you find them, work that same area thoroughly since they school up tight.
Pomatomus SaltatrixBlues are pure aggression on fins, showing up in Montauk waters from late spring through fall in schools that can turn the water into a washing machine. These blue-green predators typically run 3-10 pounds with razor-sharp teeth and an attitude to match. They'll hit anything that moves - lures, bait, even your fingers if you're not careful. You'll find them chasing baitfish in shallow water, around structure, or even right in the surf. What makes them exciting is their fierce strike and the way they fight all the way to the boat. They're also great eating when fresh, with rich, flaky meat. Watch for feeding birds diving - that's your sign of a bluefish blitz happening below.
Stenotomus ChrysopsScup, also called porgy, are the reliable workhorses on our trips from late spring through early fall. These silvery, deep-bodied fish average 1-2 pounds and love hanging around rocky bottom and structure in 20-60 feet of water. They're bottom feeders with strong jaws built for crushing shells, so they hit bait hard and fight well for their size. What guests love is how steady the action can be - when you find them, you usually find plenty. They're also some of the best eating fish we catch, with firm white meat that's perfect for the table. Pro tip: once you hook one, keep your bait right in that same spot - scup school up tight, and where there's one, there's usually a bunch more waiting.
Morone SaxatilisStripers are the bread and butter around Montauk from May through fall. These silver beauties with those classic dark stripes typically run 20-40 pounds, though we see plenty of schoolies mixed in. They love structure - rocks, drop-offs, and moving water where baitfish get pushed around. Early morning and evening produce the best action when they're feeding near the surface. What makes them special is that hard initial run when hooked, plus they're fantastic eating with that sweet, flaky meat. The migration brings fresh fish through all season long. My tip: watch for birds working the water - where there's bait getting pushed up, there's usually stripers underneath ready to feed.
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