5-Hour Boston Harbor Striped Bass & Bluefish Trip
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Five-hour inshore fishing targeting striped bass and bluefishAll equipment provided with fish cleaning and filleting serviceExperienced captain accommodates all skill levels aboard
Boston Harbor offers some of the East Coast's most productive inshore fishing, and our 5-hour charter puts you right in the middle of the action. You'll fish alongside Captain and crew who know these waters like the back of their hands – where the stripers cruise the drop-offs, when the blues are feeding aggressively, and how to adjust tactics as conditions change throughout the day. We keep our trips intimate with just 4 anglers max, so you get plenty of personalized attention and room to fish comfortably. All your gear is provided, and we'll clean and fillet your catch so you can head home with dinner ready for the pan.
Your day starts when we shove off from Boston Harbor, heading to productive fishing grounds that change with the season, tides, and what the fish are telling us. Spring and fall bring some of the best action as stripers move through the harbor in good numbers, while summer offers consistent fishing with the added bonus of aggressive bluefish mixed in. The captain reads the water constantly – watching for bird activity, checking the fish finder, and feeling how the current is running. You'll fish different structures throughout the trip: rocky points where stripers ambush baitfish, sandy flats where they cruise looking for an easy meal, and deeper channels where big fish often hold. The beauty of a 5-hour trip is having time to move around and find active fish rather than being stuck in one spot hoping they turn on.
We fish with medium to medium-heavy spinning rods that can handle everything from schoolie stripers to chunky bluefish without being too heavy for all-day fishing. Live bait is often the go-to – nothing beats a lively mackerel or herring when stripers are being picky. We'll also throw artificials like soft plastics, spoons, and topwater plugs when fish are feeding actively on the surface. Chunk bait works great for blues, especially when they're schooled up and competing for food. The captain adjusts techniques based on what's working: maybe we're drifting live eels along rocky structure at dawn, switching to trolling umbrella rigs in deeper water mid-morning, then finishing with topwater action as baitfish get pushed up in the afternoon. Having all equipment provided means you don't need to worry about tackle selection – we've got setups dialed in for Boston Harbor conditions.
Striped bass are the crown jewel of Boston Harbor fishing, and these fish have serious attitude. Spring brings the bigger fish – 28 to 40-inch stripers that have wintered offshore and come in hungry and aggressive. They're incredibly smart fish that can be frustratingly picky one minute and absolutely crushing baits the next. What makes them so exciting is how they fight – powerful runs, head shakes, and they use the current to their advantage. Fall fishing can be even better as stripers feed heavily before heading back offshore, and you'll often find them corralling baitfish in spectacular surface feeding frenzies. Bluefish bring a different kind of excitement to the trip. These fish are pure aggression with razor-sharp teeth and an attitude to match. They show up in Boston Harbor typically from late spring through fall, often traveling in schools that can turn the water into chaos when they're feeding. Blues in the 3 to 8-pound range are common, with some bigger ones mixed in. They'll absolutely destroy lures and put up a fast, hard fight that gets your heart pumping. Plus, they're fantastic eating when prepared fresh.
Boston Harbor consistently produces quality fishing for stripers and blues, making this trip a smart choice whether you're a local angler or visiting from out of town. The small group size means you get hands-on instruction if you need it, but experienced anglers appreciate having room to work without feeling crowded. With all equipment provided and your catch cleaned at the end of the day, you can focus entirely on fishing. Departure times shift with the seasons to hit optimal fishing windows, so we're always timing trips when fish are most likely to be active. Don't wait too long to book – prime dates fill up fast, especially during peak spring and fall runs when the fishing is at its absolute best.
Get ready to chase stripers and bluefish aboard the "Angelina Ellie," our 2021 Pair Custom 24 Deep V that cuts through Boston Harbor like a knife. Twin 225 Mercury 4-stroke engines get you to the hot spots fast, while the latest SIMRAD electronics help us track down where the fish are holding. This deep-V hull handles chop with ease, keeping you comfortable during the 5-hour hunt for striped bass and blues. The boat's equipped with GPS, radar, VHF radio, and fish finder technology to maximize your time on productive water. With space for up to 4 anglers, there's plenty of room to work the rods without crowding. Our experienced crew knows Boston Harbor's structure and current patterns, putting you on fish whether you're a weekend warrior or first-timer. All tackle and bait included, plus we'll clean and fillet your catch so you head home with dinner ready for the table.
Pomatomus SaltatrixBlues are aggressive predators that make Boston Harbor trips exciting. These blue-green torpedoes typically weigh 3-15 pounds and fight way above their size with blistering runs and headshakes. You'll find them in schools around bait pods, especially near sandy bottoms and harbor mouths. Summer into early fall is peak season when they're feeding heavily before their southern migration. What guests love? Pure action - blues hit hard, fight dirty, and when you find a school, it's game on. They're also excellent table fare when handled right. Here's the trick: when you see that telltale "washing machine" churn on the surface, get your line in fast - that's a bluefish blitz in progress.
Morone SaxatilisStripers are the bread and butter of Boston Harbor fishing. These silver-sided beauties with their distinctive black stripes typically run 20-40 pounds here, though we see some real bruisers pushing 50+. They're strong fighters that love structure - around pilings, drop-offs, and rocky areas where baitfish gather. Spring through fall is prime time, especially dawn and dusk when they're actively feeding. What makes them special? They fight hard, taste fantastic, and you never know when you'll hook into a real monster. Pro tip: watch for birds working the water - that's usually stripers pushing bait to the surface. We'll position you right in the action.
East Boston, MA