Fishing Charters in Maine
Browse fishing charters in Maine that can help you catch tautog.
Sawyer Island Charters
Portland, Maine
Memory Makers Guide Service Maine Sea Duck And Striper Fishing
Limerick, Maine
Maine Sea duck, Eider, Old Squaw, Surf scoter, white wing scoter, black scoter, striper, mackerel, Casco Bay, Saco Bay
Joe Dacey Registered Maine Fishing Guide
Standish, Maine
Contact Us » Maine Guides Online » Maine Guides Online provides a treasury of information including the History of the Maine Guide, How to Become
Bennetts Guide Service
Eagle Lake, Maine
Guided Hunts & Vacationing www.BennettsGuideService.com Bennett's Guide Service offers bear moose deer hunts & fishing in Northern Maine.
Tony Kariotis Guide Service
New Gloucester, Maine
Experience the thrill of fishing and hunting in Maine with Tony Kariotis Guide Service, your go-to choice for expert guides and unique adventures. Book now!
Bronzeback Adventures Guide Service
Lewiston, Maine
Rods And Racks Guide Service
Damariscotta, Maine
Rods & Racks Guides Service, offers a variety of Hunting, Fishing and recreational guiding. Located in Jackman.
Johnsons Guide Service
Hartford, Maine
Johnson's Guide Service offers fully guided hunting and fishing trips in Maine. Bear hunting and moose hunting trips and fishing for trout & salmon.
Simmer Dim Fly + Spin
Eliot, Maine
Discover unforgettable Striper fly and spin fishing charters in New Hampshire with Simmer Dim Fly + Spin. Tailored trips, expert guidance, and scenic NH waters await. Book your charter today!
Reel Nice Surprise
Wells, Maine
Fish the Atlantic Ocean with Reel Nice Surprise! Experience exhilarating top-water action and create unforgettable fishing memories on your next trip.
Reel Girl Guide Service
Standish, Maine
Fly Fish Maine
Pownal, Maine
Fly fishing trips in Maine on the Kennebec River and Casco Bay.
Best Time to Catch Tautog
Tautog can be caught year-round in York Harbor. Right now in May, activity is moderate.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Tautog
York Harbor offers a unique opportunity to target tautog, also known as blackfish, in a relatively protected inshore environment. The rocky structure around the harbor mouth, along with submerged ledges further out, provides ideal habitat. Focus your efforts from late summer into fall, as the water cools and tautog move closer to shore to feed heavily before winter. Green crabs are the go-to bait, but sandworms can also produce. A key to success here is using just enough weight to hold bottom in the current; too much weight will spook these wary fish. Be aware that tautog fishing is heavily regulated in Maine, so check the current size and bag limits before heading out. Consider launching from the town boat ramp for easy access to the harbor and nearby fishing grounds.
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How to Catch Tautog
Tautog Fishing Regulations in Maine
Open Season
August 15 - December 31
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
16-inch minimum
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Check for any emergency regulations or closures.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Maine state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Tautog (Blackfish) season open in York Harbor, Maine?
Tautog season is open from August 15th to December 31st.
What is the minimum size Tautog I can keep in Maine?
The minimum size limit for Tautog is 16 inches.
How many Tautog can I keep per day in York Harbor?
The daily bag limit for Tautog is 5 fish.
Do I need a saltwater license to fish for Tautog in York Harbor?
Yes, a Maine saltwater fishing license is required.
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