Gloucester Tuna: Stellwagen Bank and Beyond
Gloucester is the gateway to Stellwagen Bank's incredible tuna fishery. Bluefin, yellowfin, and giant tuna all patrol th...
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Gloucester Fishing
Gloucester is America's oldest seaport and a legendary fishing town on Cape Ann, with Stellwagen Bank, Jeffreys Ledge, and productive nearshore waters providing exceptional fishing for bluefin tuna, striped bass, cod, and haddock. The town's commercial and recreational fishing heritage runs deep.
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What's Biting in Gloucester?
See which species are available each month, color-coded by activity level.
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Deep Sea Fishing
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Nearshore
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Species Glossary
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Gloucester Fish Species
9+ 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 Gloucester
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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Gloucester Fishing Blog
Local insights, seasonal reports, and expert tips for fishing in Gloucester.
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Gloucester Fishing Reviews
Giant Bluefin on Stellwagen Bank
Ran out to Stellwagen Bank from Gloucester and found giant Bluefin Tuna gorging on herring. Hooked three fish and landed two beautiful giants over 500 pounds. Gloucester has been a fishing town for 400 years and the Bluefin fishery here is absolutely legendary.
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Captain Hector
September
Bluefin Tuna
Striper Action Off Cape Ann Was Hot
Fished the rocky shoreline and reefs off Cape Ann out of Gloucester and the Striped Bass were everywhere. Trolled tube and worm rigs along the structure and had steady hookups all morning. Landed over a dozen beautiful stripers with some real trophies in the mix.
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Captain Brenda
July
Striped Bass
Cod Fishing Was Old-School Awesome
Dropped on the ledges off Gloucester and jigged for Cod like they have been doing for centuries here. The bite was steady and we boxed a nice pile of fat Cod and some jumbo Haddock. There is something special about cod fishing from America oldest fishing port.
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Captain Stewart
November
Cod
Haddock
Stellwagen Bank Delivered Again
Fished Stellwagen Bank out of Gloucester and had an incredible day of mixed fishing. Started with Bluefin Tuna in the morning then dropped for Haddock and Cod in the afternoon. This famous fishing bank is one of the most productive waters in the Atlantic.
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Captain Lucille
August
Bluefin Tuna
Haddock
Cod
Haddock Were Biting Like Crazy
Anchored over structure on Stellwagen Bank and the Haddock were chewing on every drop. Used clam bait on high-low rigs and filled the fish box with beautiful fat Haddock. Mixed in some nice Cod too. Gloucester bottom fishing is world class.
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Captain Felix
June
Haddock
Cod
Gloucester Is a Must-Visit for Anglers
This historic fishing port on Cape Ann has everything. Giant Bluefin Tuna offshore, Stripers along the rocky coast, and Cod and Haddock on the banks. We fished three days and caught something incredible each time. The town is beautiful and the fishing heritage runs deep.
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Captain Mia
September
Striped Bass
Bluefin Tuna
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