After Work Striped Bass Fishing - Downtown Boston
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Evening topwater fishing in downtown Boston harbor watersSmall group experience with maximum four guests aboardThree-hour after-work trip from 5PM to 8PM
Nothing beats casting a line after a long day at the office, and this 3-hour evening trip puts you right where the action happens. From 5PM to 8PM, you'll be fishing Boston's prime inshore waters just minutes from downtown, targeting hungry stripers during their evening feeding frenzy. This top-rated after work special lets you shake off the day's stress while chasing some of the best topwater action the harbor has to offer. With room for up to 4 anglers, it's perfect for grabbing a few coworkers or making new fishing buddies on the water.
This isn't your typical weekend fishing marathon – it's designed for busy folks who want quality fishing without the all-day commitment. Captain and crew from Pointe N Shoot Sport Fishing know exactly where the stripers are staging during these golden evening hours, and they'll have you fishing productive spots while most people are still stuck in traffic. The boat launches from downtown Boston, so you're literally fishing in the shadow of the city skyline. There's something pretty special about watching the city lights start to twinkle while you're working a popper over feeding fish. The timing couldn't be better – this is when striped bass move into the shallows to hunt, making for fast action and plenty of shots at keeper-sized fish.
Evening fishing means topwater fishing, and that's where things get really fun. You'll be throwing poppers, walking baits, and pencil plugs over structure and along current edges where stripers ambush baitfish. The crew provides all the rods and tackle you need – they're rigged with the right gear for Boston Harbor conditions and tied with proven local patterns. Expect to work shallow water structure, current breaks, and anywhere the fish are pushing bait to the surface. The boat's equipped with quality spinning gear that can handle the fight these stripers put up, plus all the terminal tackle and lures that have been producing. If you've got your own gear and want to bring it, that's always welcome too. Just make sure you've got something that can throw 1-2 oz plugs effectively.
Striped bass are the star of this show, and Boston Harbor holds some world-class fish. These aren't just any stripers – Boston's fish are thick, healthy, and aggressive feeders that'll test your drag system. During evening hours, they're actively hunting in shallow water, making them perfect targets for surface lures. Schoolie bass in the 18-24 inch range are common and great for steady action, while keeper fish over 28 inches show up regularly enough to keep things exciting. The real prizes are the 30+ inch fish that call these waters home – these bruisers can easily hit 15-20 pounds and will give you a fight you won't forget. Stripers are most active during moving water, and the evening hours coincide perfectly with optimal tidal conditions. They're ambush predators that love to corner baitfish against structure, which makes for explosive topwater strikes. What makes them so fun to target is their unpredictability – one minute you're catching schoolies, the next you're hooked up with a cow that's peeling drag.
This after work special fills up fast, especially during prime striper season when the evening bite is at its peak. You're getting access to some of the best urban fishing in the country, guided by a crew that knows these waters inside and out. The 3-hour window is perfectly timed to maximize your chances at feeding fish without eating up your entire evening. Plus, there's no better way to decompress from work than feeling a 20-pound striper blow up on a topwater plug. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking for a quick fishing fix or someone wanting to try their hand at Boston's renowned striper fishing, this trip delivers the goods. Grab your spot now and get ready to experience why so many anglers consider Boston Harbor one of the premier striped bass destinations on the East Coast.
Step aboard "Angelina Ellie," our 2021 Pair Custom 24 Deep V that'll get you to Boston's hottest fishing spots fast. Twin 225 Mercury 4-strokes power through the harbor while top-notch SIMRAD electronics help us locate where the fish are biting. This beauty comes loaded with GPS, radar, VHF radio, and fish finder - everything we need for a productive evening on the water. Perfect for up to 4 anglers looking to chase that legendary topwater action right after clocking out. When the workday ends at 5PM, the real fun begins as we cruise Boston's inshore waters until 8PM, targeting those aggressive evening feeders. The deep V hull cuts through chop like butter, getting you to productive fishing grounds quickly so you can maximize your time with a rod in hand.
East Boston, MA