Fishing Charters in New Hampshire
Browse fishing charters in New Hampshire that can help you catch crappie.
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 Crappie
Crappie can be caught year-round in Lebanon. Right now in February, activity is Poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Crappie
Crappie anglers visiting Lebanon, New Hampshire, will find promising opportunities in the region's numerous lakes and ponds. These panfish thrive in waters with ample submerged structure, such as weed beds, fallen trees, and docks. The best time to target crappie here is during the spring spawn (May-June) when they move into shallow, protected areas to reproduce. Look for them around brush piles and near the edges of lily pads. Another productive period is late summer/early fall as water temperatures cool. A key local tip: use a small jig suspended under a bobber near submerged structure for best results. Many of the smaller lakes are accessible by car-top boats or kayaks, while larger lakes may have public boat launches. Crappie in this region are known to school tightly, so if you catch one, there are likely more nearby. Don't be afraid to move around and explore different areas until you find a concentration of fish.
How to Catch Crappie
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Crappie in Lebanon.
Crappie Fishing Regulations in New Hampshire
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
25 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
See 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 time of year to fish for crappie in Lebanon, NH?
Crappie fishing is often best in the spring when they move into shallow waters to spawn. Early morning and late evening hours are usually productive. They can still be caught throughout the year.
What is the daily limit for crappie in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire allows anglers to keep up to 25 crappie per day.
What are some effective crappie fishing techniques for the lakes around Lebanon?
Try using small jigs, minnows, or crappie nibbles suspended under a bobber. Focus on areas near submerged trees, docks, or weed beds where crappie tend to congregate.
Do I need a license to fish for crappie in New Hampshire?
Yes, you need a valid New Hampshire freshwater fishing license to fish for crappie and other freshwater species in the state.
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