6 Hour Targeted Striper Charter – Rye, NH
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Sixhour private charter targeting striped bass in Rye watersEarly 6 AM launch accommodates up to eight experienced anglersStructure fishing and school tracking with professional guide
When you're serious about striped bass fishing, you don't mess around with half-day trips or casual outings. This 6-hour private charter out of Rye launches at first light—6:00 AM sharp—putting you and up to 7 other experienced anglers right where the action happens. Captain and crew from Tontine Fishing Charters know these New Hampshire coastal waters like the back of their hands, and they're not here to babysit beginners. You bring the fishing skills and hunger for quality bass, they bring the local intel and proven tactics that consistently put fish in the boat. This is a no-nonsense, results-driven trip designed for anglers who understand that timing, tides, and technique separate the fish counters from the fish talkers.
The early morning departure isn't just for show—it's strategic. Dawn and dusk are prime feeding windows for stripers along the New Hampshire coast, and being positioned on productive water when the sun breaks the horizon gives you a serious advantage. Your captain will have already checked tide charts, bait movements, and recent fish reports before you even step aboard. The 6-hour window allows for covering serious ground, from rocky structure near shore to deeper channels where schools of bass cruise looking for easy meals. You'll move between spots based on real-time conditions, not a pre-set route. When the fish are biting, you stay put. When they're not, you relocate fast. This charter accommodates up to 8 anglers comfortably, giving everyone room to work without tangled lines or crowded conditions. The boat is equipped for serious fishing—not sightseeing—with rod holders, live wells, and everything needed to handle quality stripers when they come aboard fighting.
Rye's inshore waters demand versatility in your approach. Depending on conditions and fish behavior, you'll employ everything from live bait fishing around structure to casting lures at breaking schools. The rocky ledges and drop-offs that define this coastline hold baitfish, which in turn attract hungry stripers. Your guide will have you working different depths and presentations—maybe dropping chunk bait near bottom structure in the morning, then switching to topwater plugs or swimbaits if fish start pushing bait to the surface later in the day. Wire line trolling is another proven technique here, especially when covering water to locate schools. The key is reading the conditions and adapting quickly. Water temperature, current direction, and bait activity all influence which approach works best on any given day. Your captain brings the local knowledge of where fish typically hold during different tide phases, but experienced anglers know that flexibility and persistence often make the difference between a good day and a memorable one.
Striped bass are the backbone of New Hampshire's inshore fishing scene, and for good reason. These fish are built for fight—thick shoulders, powerful tails, and an attitude that keeps your drag screaming even after you think you've got them beat. In Rye's waters, you're looking at fish ranging from schoolie-sized 18-inchers up to serious cows pushing 30+ pounds. The beauty of stripers is their unpredictability. They might be stacked up on a rocky point feeding on pogies one day, then scattered along sandy bottom chasing sand eels the next. Spring and fall offer the most consistent action as fish migrate along the coast, but summer holds plenty of opportunities for those willing to adjust tactics. What makes stripers special is how they feed—aggressively and often in schools. When you find them, multiple hookups are common. When you don't, you better be ready to move and try something different. These fish have excellent eyesight and can be surprisingly selective, especially in clear water or heavy fishing pressure. That's where experience and local knowledge pay off—knowing which baits work when, where to find fish during different tide phases, and how to present your offering naturally.
This targeted striper charter fills up with serious anglers who appreciate quality over quantity. Six hours gives you real fishing time—not just a quick taste of what these waters can produce. You'll work with a captain who understands that experienced anglers want results, not hand-holding. The early morning start means you're home by afternoon with stories to tell and hopefully fish to clean. Tontine Fishing Charters has built their reputation on putting clients on fish consistently, using proven techniques and local knowledge that comes from years of working these waters. Whether you're looking to introduce friends to world-class striper fishing or planning a serious fishing trip with fellow anglers, this charter delivers the focused, productive experience you're after. Book early—especially during peak season—because trips like this with top-rated charter services don't stay available long. Remember to bring your own food and drinks, a cooler for your catch, and be ready to fish hard from start to finish.
Your striper hunting machine comes fully loaded for serious bass fishing in Rye's inshore waters. This motorboat handles 8 anglers comfortably while you work the structure and chase moving schools. The fish finder keeps you on target, while GPS and radar ensure you can navigate safely in any conditions. VHF radio keeps you connected to the fishing network for real-time intel on where the bass are biting. The onboard toilet means no cutting trips short, and wheelchair accessibility ensures everyone can get in on the action. Built for those early 6 AM launches when the stripers are most active, this boat gives you the platform to put proven techniques to work in Rye's productive coastal zones.
Rye, NH