Fishing Charters in New Hampshire
Browse fishing charters in New Hampshire that can help you catch channel catfish.
Optimist Charters
Hampton, New Hampshire
Angler Management 101
Hampton, New Hampshire
Directions to Angler Management 101 - New Hampshire's Premiere fishing charter company.
New England Rod And Reel And Lake To Stream Fishing Guide Service
Ossipee, New Hampshire
New England Rod & Reel and Lake To Stream Guide Service is all things fresh water fishing with New Hampshire licensed fishing guide Steve Capone. Ossipee, NH.
Breakaway Charters
New Castle, New Hampshire
The Breakaway charter boat out of New Hampshire is available for Fishing Charters, Lighthouse Cruises, Isle of Shoals Cruises, Lobster Fishing Charters and Portsmouth New Hampshire Harbor Cruises.
Sea Run Charters
Dover, New Hampshire
Fretts Brook Guide Service
Hebron, New Hampshire
Fretts Brook Guide Service is a fly fishing and upland hunting guide service in New Hampshire's Northern Lakes Region. We offer fly fishing lake charters on Newfound Lake, wading trips on local rivers, and upland hunts over English Setters.
Savage Charters
Rye, New Hampshire
Private charter fishing for haddock and tuna with Savage Charters aboard F/V Out Of Line departing daily from Kittery Town Docks
Kraken Tuna Charters
Double your fun with a two night charter trip out of Seabrook NH. Two full days of fishing for tuna in the Atlantic with experienced captain Sam Law
Clandestino Fishing Charters
Sushi Hunter Charters
Lakes Region Of Nh Fishing Charters
Woods N Water Guide Service
Best Time to Catch Channel Catfish
Channel Catfish can be caught year-round in Nashua. Right now in February, activity is Poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Channel Catfish
Channel catfish might not be the first species that comes to mind when you think of Nashua, NH, but the Merrimack River holds a surprising population of these whiskered predators. The Merrimack, flowing right through Nashua, offers plenty of structure and deep holes that catfish love. Warmer months, particularly summer, are ideal for targeting channel cats in this area. They become more active at night, making evening and nighttime fishing particularly productive. Try fishing near the Greeley Park area, where the river bends and creates deeper pockets. Use traditional catfish baits like chicken liver, nightcrawlers, or prepared stink baits. Be aware that the Merrimack can have strong currents, so heavier weights might be necessary to keep your bait on the bottom. Be sure to check local fishing regulations regarding size and bag limits for catfish in the Merrimack River.
How to Catch Channel Catfish
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Channel Catfish in Nashua.
Channel Catfish Fishing Regulations in New Hampshire
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the New Hampshire state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait for catching channel catfish in the Nashua area?
Popular baits for channel catfish include nightcrawlers, chicken liver, stink baits, and cut bait. Experiment to see what the catfish are biting on.
Are there any limits on channel catfish I can keep in New Hampshire?
There is no bag limit or size restriction for channel catfish in New Hampshire. You can keep as many as you catch.
Can I fish for channel catfish year-round in New Hampshire?
Yes, the season for channel catfish is open year-round in New Hampshire. You can target them anytime.
Do I need a fishing license to catch catfish in Nashua?
Yes, a valid New Hampshire freshwater fishing license is required to fish for channel catfish and other freshwater species in Nashua.
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