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CHATHAM
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Chatham Fishing
Chatham sits at the elbow of Cape Cod where Nantucket Sound meets the Atlantic, creating one of the most dynamic and productive fishing environments in New England. The area's strong currents, sandbars, and deep channels attract massive striped bass, bluefin tuna, and great white sharks that follow the seal population.
Fishing Calendar
What's Biting in Chatham?
See which species are available each month, color-coded by activity level.
Color Key
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Inshore
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- | - | - | - | F | G | G | G | F | - | - | - |
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Inshore
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- | - | - | - | G | P | P | P | P | G | F | - |
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Nearshore
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Deep Sea Fishing
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- | - | - | - | - | F | P | P | P | G | - | - |
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Nearshore
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Nearshore
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Nearshore
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Deep Sea Fishing
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Deep Sea Fishing
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Deep Sea Fishing
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Species Glossary
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Chatham Fish Species
12+ species organized by fishing type. Click any species to learn more.
Inshore Species
Fish the bays, flats, and passes close to shore.
Nearshore Species
Target reefs, wrecks, and structure within a few miles of land.
Deep Sea Fishing Species
Head to deep water for big game and bottom species.
Charter Guide
Fishing Charter Types in Chatham
Understanding the different charter types will help you book the perfect trip for your group.
INSHORE
Fish the bays, flats, and passes close to shore. Target redfish, speckled trout, flounder and more in calm, protected waters.
View Inshore ChartersNEARSHORE
Fish the reefs, wrecks, and structure 1-9 miles offshore. Target snapper, grouper, cobia and more over natural and artificial reefs.
View Nearshore ChartersDEEP SEA FISHING
Deep sea fishing 20+ miles out. Chase tuna, marlin, mahi mahi, wahoo and other pelagic gamefish in blue water.
View Deep Sea Fishing ChartersTROLLING
Cover water by dragging lures or bait behind a moving boat to target pelagic species.
View Trolling ChartersBOTTOM FISHING
Drop baits to the ocean floor to target snapper, grouper, and other reef dwellers.
View Bottom Fishing ChartersFLY FISHING
Sight-cast with fly rods on the flats for redfish, trout, and tarpon.
View Fly Fishing ChartersSURF FISHING
Fish from the beach or wade into the surf to target pompano, whiting, and redfish.
View Surf Fishing ChartersKAYAK FISHING
Paddle out for a more intimate fishing experience on bays and nearshore waters.
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Chatham Fishing Blog
Local insights, seasonal reports, and expert tips for fishing in Chatham.
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Chatham Fishing Reviews
Giant Bluefin Tuna Off the Elbow
Ran out of Chatham Harbor and found giant Bluefin Tuna feeding on sand eels off the Cape Cod elbow. Hooked a 600-pound fish that put up a two-hour battle before we tagged and released it. Chatham is ground zero for trophy Bluefin on the East Coast.
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Captain Trevor
September
Bluefin Tuna
Stripers Were Blitzing the Shoals
Fished the rips and shoals off Chatham and the Striped Bass were pushing bait to the surface everywhere you looked. Cast topwater plugs into the blitz and had fish on every throw. Chatham has some of the most exciting striper fishing on Cape Cod.
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Captain Martha
July
Striped Bass
Great White Shark Experience
Took a shark viewing trip out of Chatham and saw three Great White Sharks feeding on seals near Monomoy Island. The captain got us close enough for incredible views and photos. Chatham is the white shark capital of the Atlantic. A once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Captain Andre
August
Great White Sharks
Bluefish Were Absolutely Crushing
Fished the rips off Chatham and the Bluefish were in a full feeding frenzy on the surface. Threw poppers and had explosive strikes with fish up to 15 pounds. Mixed in some beautiful Striped Bass underneath the blues. Cape Cod fishing at its absolute best.
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Captain Lydia
August
Bluefish
Striped Bass
Fall Bluefin Bite Was Lights Out
The fall Bluefin Tuna bite off Chatham was the best I have seen in years. Fish were busting on the surface everywhere and we hooked four giants in one session. Released three and kept one for the dock. This fishery is absolutely world class.
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Captain Omar
October
Bluefin Tuna
Chatham Is the Crown Jewel of Cape Cod
Fished two days out of Chatham and caught Striped Bass, Bluefish, and had a Bluefin Tuna hooked that nearly spooled us. The waters around Monomoy Island and the outer bars hold an unbelievable amount of life. This charming town is a fishing destination without equal.
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Captain Sophie
September
Striped Bass
Bluefish
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