Fishing Charters in New Hampshire
Browse fishing charters in New Hampshire that can help you catch tautog.
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
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Woods N Water Guide Service
Best Time to Catch Tautog
Tautog can be caught year-round in Alton Bay. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Tautog
Tautog, also known as blackfish, offer a challenging but rewarding fishing experience near Alton Bay, NH, primarily in the Great Bay Estuary and the nearby rocky coastal areas. These fish are structure-oriented, so focus your efforts around bridge pilings, rocky outcroppings, and submerged debris. The late fall and early spring are the prime times to target tautog, as they move into shallower waters to feed. Green crabs are the bait of choice for tautog, and a sturdy bottom fishing rig is essential to combat the strong currents and rocky bottom. Be prepared to lose some tackle! A local tip: the area around the General Sullivan Bridge can be productive, but be mindful of boat traffic. Tautog are known for their subtle bites, so pay close attention to your line and be ready to set the hook quickly. The tautog population in this area is relatively small, so practice catch and release to help sustain the fishery.
How to Catch Tautog
Tautog Fishing Regulations in New Hampshire
Open Season
April 1 - May 15 & August 1 - December 31
Daily Bag Limit
4 per day
Size Limit
16-inch minimum
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Possession of tautog is prohibited from May 16 through July 31.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the New Hampshire state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When can I fish for Tautog in Alton Bay, NH?
Tautog season in Alton Bay is open from April 1st to May 15th and again from August 1st to December 31st.
What's the Tautog bag limit in New Hampshire?
You can keep up to 4 Tautog per day in New Hampshire.
Is there a size restriction for Tautog I catch in Alton Bay?
Yes, the minimum size limit for Tautog is 16 inches.
Do I need a license to fish for Tautog in Alton Bay, NH?
Yes, you'll need a valid New Hampshire saltwater fishing license to target Tautog.
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