Top Rated Fishing Charters in Connecticut

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Connecticut?

Some of the best rated guides in Connecticut are: One More Drift Charters CT Bell 8 Charters Fishing With Sam Rising tide fishing Terry Baksay Fishing Enterprises Reel Field Charters Farmington River Trading Company CT Pin Fishing Guide Service Angler Management Fishing Charters II Osprey Sportfishing Charters

Q: What are the top fishing types in Connecticut?

Some of the best trip types in Connecticut are: Inshore Fishing Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing River Fishing Shore Fishing Offshore Fishing

Q: What are the top species I can catch in Connecticut?

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Connecticut are: Albacore Tuna American Yellow Perch Atlantic Cod Atlantic Salmon Black Sea Bass Bluefish Brook Trout Brown Trout Bull Shark Crappie

Q: Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?

Absolutely not! Most charter captains welcome anglers of all skill levels and specialize in teaching beginners. Many charters are family-friendly and will teach basic fishing techniques, help with equipment, and ensure everyone has a great time. Let your captain know your experience level when booking so they can tailor the trip accordingly.

Connecticut Fishing Charters(13 charters available)13 charters available

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Connecticut

15 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Fly Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Pete's expertise putting them on trophy stripers and bluefish

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1-3 Guests

4-9 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Hartford

42 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Deep Sea Fishing

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Captain Jay knows where all the fish are - guests consistently catch limits of monster stripers

(12)

1-6 Guests

3-12 Hours

9 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$500

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Clinton, CT

23 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Praised for exceptional fish-finding skills and patience with kids

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1-4 Guests

3-12 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$495

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Connecticut

6 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers praise Sam's deep local knowledge and consistent bass catches

(7)

3-5 Guests

4-6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$375

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Connecticut

35 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Praised for local knowledge, patient instruction, and helping novices catch impressive bass

(6)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$375

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Fairfield, CT

21 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers praise Pete's expert knowledge and ability to put them on fish immediately

(5)

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$600

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Groton, CT

22 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families

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Praised for knowledgeable captaining and consistent catches across multiple species

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1-6 Guests

4-12 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$650

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Old Lyme, CT

35 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Saltwater Fishing

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Guests say they couldn't have asked for a better fishing trip

(1)

2-4 Guests

3 Hours

2 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$400

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Hartford

38 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Guests call Dustin's charters phenomenal and incredible family fishing experiences

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1-3 Guests

3-9 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$225

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Bloomfield, CT

11 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

1-2 Guests

3-7 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$200

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Farmington River

6 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

1-2 Guests

5-8 Hours

2 Trips

Available in 3 Months

Starts from$320

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New London, CT

8 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families

1-4 Guests

5-7 Hours

4 Trips

Available in 5 Months

Starts from$550

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Connecticut

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Fishing in Connecticut offers diverse opportunities from Long Island Sound's saltwater fishing to inland lakes targeting multiple species. Anglers pursue striped bass, bluefish, albies, sea bass, porgies, and largemouth bass using techniques ranging from fly fishing to topwater methods. Saltwater charters focus on the productive waters around Milford and Stratford, while freshwater guides work quiet lake spots away from crowds. Guides consistently demonstrate deep local knowledge and teaching expertise, making trips educational for anglers transitioning between freshwater and saltwater fishing. Family-friendly operations excel at accommodating all skill levels, with patient instruction helping novices land impressive catches including trophy stripers over thirty pounds.

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Connecticut

5 / 5

Based on 61 reviews by Guidesly users

Robert

July 24, 2025

Trip taken July 24, 2025

Lake, AM - 4 Hours Trip

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

1 Guest

Great fishing trip. Caught 3 largemouth’s ranging in size from 3 1/2- 5lbs. Was a fun 4 hr day.

Connecticut

6 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Sam's deep local knowledge and consistent bass catches

(7)

3-5 Guests

4-6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$375

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Clint B

August 22, 2024

1 Guest

I highly recommend this trip, especially if you’re looking for an exhilarating fishing experience. Captain Pete works tirelessly to put you on the fish, constantly adjusting and repositioning the boat to keep you in the action. Unlike other charters that may not go the extra mile, he ensures you’re always in the best spot. This style of fishing is also a refreshing change from diamond jigging, which can feel repetitive and tiring. With Rising Tide, you’ll enjoy the excitement of actively casting and targeting fish where they’re biting. It’s an unbeatable experience!

Connecticut

15 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Fly Fishing

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Customers rave about Pete's expertise putting them on trophy stripers and bluefish

(15)

1-3 Guests

4-9 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Ronald B

June 22, 2024

1 Guest

My daughter and I had an unforgettable experience! Captain Pete was just as dedicated to us catching fish as we were. He knew the best spots, and we managed to reel in several incredible catches. Even if we hadn’t caught anything, the trip would still have been totally worth it. Double thumbs up!

Fairfield, CT

21 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers praise Pete's expert knowledge and ability to put them on fish immediately

(5)

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$600

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Mike T

March 11, 2024

1 Guest

Fishing with Terry was the highlight of our vacation! His passion for fishing is contagious, and he went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. Can't recommend him enough!

Connecticut

35 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for local knowledge, patient instruction, and helping novices catch impressive bass

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1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$375

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Carree Lowney

August 12, 2022

1 Guest

We couldn't have asked for a better trip! We will definitely be back and do this again.

Old Lyme, CT

35 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Saltwater Fishing

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Guests say they couldn't have asked for a better fishing trip

(1)

2-4 Guests

3 Hours

2 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$400

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Fishing Charters in Connecticut, United States

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Connecticut Fishing Charters(13 charters available)13 charters available

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Top Species

Albacore Tuna

American Yellow Perch

Atlantic Cod

Atlantic Salmon

Black Sea Bass

Bluefish

Brook Trout

Brown Trout

Bull Shark

Crappie

Dusky Shark

Lake Trout

Largemouth Bass

Little Tunny

Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish

Northern Pike

Rainbow Trout

Redear Sunfish

Sand Tiger Shark

Sandbar Shark

Scup

Sea Bass

Smallmouth Bass

Southern Flounder

Striped Bass

Summer Flounder

Tautog

Thresher Shark

Yellowfin Tuna

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Who are the best rated guides in Connecticut?

What are the top fishing types in Connecticut?

What are the top species I can catch in Connecticut?

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