NEW YORK
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Long Island
Long Island's South Shore and the legendary Montauk Point offer world-class fishing for striped bass, fluke, and offshore species including tuna and sharks.
Montauk
40+ Charters • 4.9★
Montauk is the fishing capital of New York and one of the premier saltwater fishing destinations on the entire East Coast. The Point's position at the eastern tip of Long Island places it in the path of massive striped bass migrations, world-class bluefin tuna grounds, and productive offshore canyons for sharks and billfish.
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Greenport
10+ Charters • 4.7★
Greenport is a historic fishing village on the North Fork of Long Island, surrounded by the productive waters of Peconic Bay, Long Island Sound, and the Atlantic. The town's charter fleet targets fluke, striped bass, porgy, and sea bass in sheltered bay waters with offshore access.
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Fire Island
8+ Charters • 4.7★
Fire Island is a 32-mile barrier island off Long Island's south shore, with legendary surf fishing, productive bay waters, and proximity to offshore fishing grounds. The island's remote character and limited vehicle access create a unique fishing experience with excellent catches of striped bass, bluefish, and fluke.
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Freeport NY
20+ Charters • 4.7★
Freeport is Long Island's Nautical Mile, home to one of the largest charter boat fleets in the New York metropolitan area. The town's marinas provide easy access to the South Shore bays, Jones Inlet, and offshore waters for fluke, striped bass, tuna, and shark fishing.
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New York offers year-round fishing, but each season brings different opportunities. Here's what to expect.
Spring
March - May
Warming waters bring baitfish migrations, Cobia runs, and excellent inshore action as fish move onto the flats.
Summer
June - August
Peak season with Red Snapper, offshore pelagics, and warm-water species firing on all cylinders.
Fall
September - November
Cooling waters trigger bull Redfish runs, flounder migration, and king mackerel blitzes along the coast.
Winter
December - February
Trophy Speckled Trout, Sheepshead around structure, and deep-water Tuna action for the adventurous angler.
Popular Species in New York
17+ species organized by fishing type. Click any species to learn more.
Inshore Species
Fish the flats, bays, and mangroves 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 pelagic species.
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