Cod Fishing in New Hampshire
Where, when, and how to catch cod in New Hampshire — plus local guides and current regulations.
Fishing Charters in New Hampshire
Browse fishing charters available in New Hampshire.
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
Seasonal Activity Chart
Cod
Cod fishing in NH: focus on seasonal forage and water conditions near Alton Bay. Use natural presentations and adjust depth with temperature and current.
How to Catch Cod
Cod Fishing Regulations in New Hampshire
Open Season
April 1 - April 30 & September 15 - December 31
Daily Bag Limit
1 per day
Size Limit
21-inch minimum
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Possession of cod is prohibited from May 1 through September 14.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the New Hampshire state wildlife agency before fishing.
Popular Cities for Cod Fishing in New Hampshire
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to catch Cod in New Hampshire?
The best months for Cod in New Hampshire are June, July, August, September.
What are the Cod fishing regulations in New Hampshire?
In New Hampshire, the season is april 1 - april 30 & september 15 - december 31, the daily bag limit is 1 per day, the minimum size is 21-inch minimum. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the New Hampshire wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Cod in New Hampshire?
Saltwater fishing license. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
Where is the best Cod fishing in New Hampshire?
Popular Cod destinations in New Hampshire with local charter guides include Hampton, Portsmouth.