Boston After Work Special - 3 Hour Inshore Trip
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Evening topwater fishing in downtown Boston watersSmall group capacity with maximum four guestsThreehour afterwork fishing from 5PM to 8PM
Picture this: you just wrapped up another day at the office, and instead of sitting in traffic or grabbing a drink at some crowded bar, you're casting lines right in downtown Boston's harbor chasing striped bass during their prime feeding time. Our 5PM-8PM after work special puts you right where the action is when these fish are most active. With Pointe N Shoot Sport Fishing, you'll skip the commute home and dive straight into some of the best topwater fishing Boston has to offer. This top-rated evening trip keeps groups small at just 4 anglers, so you'll get plenty of personal attention and room to work your favorite lures without bumping elbows.
The evening bite in Boston Harbor is something special, and we time this trip perfectly to capitalize on it. We'll meet you right downtown - no need to drive out to some far-off marina. The harbor comes alive as the sun starts to drop, and that's when stripers move into the shallows to feed aggressively. You'll be fishing productive structure and current breaks where these fish ambush baitfish throughout the evening hours. The city skyline makes for one hell of a backdrop while you're working topwater plugs and soft plastics. Most days we're targeting fish in 10-30 feet of water, close enough to shore that you can still see people walking around the harbor. The boat stays comfortable with just four people aboard, giving everyone space to cast freely and fight fish without getting tangled up. Weather permitting, we fish rain or shine - stripers actually feed better in light rain and overcast conditions.
We supply all the rods, reels, and tackle you'll need, but feel free to bring your own gear if you've got favorites. For this time of evening, we're primarily throwing topwater plugs like poppers and walking baits - nothing beats watching a striper explode on a surface lure right at dusk. We also run soft plastics on jig heads when the fish are holding deeper or being picky about coming up top. The captain will have you covered with a selection of proven local patterns and colors that consistently produce in Boston waters. Most of our rods are medium-heavy spinning setups spooled with 15-20 pound braid, perfect for the size fish we typically encounter and the structure we're fishing around. If you're new to saltwater fishing, don't sweat it - we'll get you dialed in quickly. Experienced anglers appreciate our selection of quality tackle and the freedom to fish their preferred techniques. The evening topwater bite is forgiving enough for beginners but exciting enough to keep seasoned anglers coming back for more.
Striped bass are the main attraction on this customer favorite trip, and for good reason. These fish are absolute bulldogs that'll test your drag and give you a fight you won't forget. In Boston Harbor, we typically see fish ranging from schoolie size around 20 inches up to keeper bass pushing 30+ inches and 10-15 pounds. The bigger fish tend to show up as the light fades, which is exactly when we're on the water. Stripers are incredibly aggressive feeders during the evening hours, especially when they're chasing schools of bunker, mackerel, or silversides near the surface. What makes them so exciting to target is their unpredictability - they might slam a topwater plug with a violent explosion that'll get your heart racing, or they might follow your lure for several casts before finally committing. The evening bite typically runs from late spring through early fall, with peak action during the summer months when baitfish are most abundant. These fish are smart too - they use current, structure, and changing light conditions to their advantage when hunting, which means you need to stay sharp and adapt your presentation as conditions change throughout the trip.
This world-class evening trip fills up fast, especially during peak season when the fishing is hot and everyone wants to skip the traffic for some quality time on the water. The 5PM start time makes it perfect for anyone looking to decompress after work while the stripers are feeding aggressively. You'll be back at the dock by 8PM with enough time to grab dinner and share stories about the fish you caught. Whether you're a local angler looking for a convenient fishing fix or visiting Boston and want to experience our renowned harbor fishing, this trip delivers consistent action in a prime location. Don't let another evening go by sitting in traffic when you could be fighting fish with the Boston skyline as your backdrop. Give us a call to secure your spot on this trending after-work special - the stripers are waiting, and so are we.
The "Angelina Ellie" is a 2021 Pair Custom 24 Deep V that's built for serious fishing action in Boston waters. Twin 225 Mercury 4-stroke engines get you to the hot spots fast, while the latest SIMRAD electronics including GPS, radar, VHF radio, and fish finder help locate where the fish are biting. This sleek deep V hull cuts through chop smoothly and handles Boston Harbor's conditions with ease. Perfect for our 5PM-8PM after work special when the evening topwater bite gets going right downtown. The boat comfortably fishes up to 4 anglers, giving everyone plenty of room to work the water and land their catch. Whether you're targeting stripers around the harbor or chasing blues near the islands, this rig has the speed and tech to put you on fish quickly during those prime evening hours.
East Boston, MA