Featured Tuna Charters in Newburyport
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30 Fathom Charters
Massachusetts & New Hampshire - Offshore & Inshore fishing charters, whale watches, scenic cruises & customized ocean adventures. Fishing Charters Newburyport and Merrimack River, private boat trips to the Isle of Shoals, Cranes Beach Tours, Merrimack River Sunset Cruise, striped bass fishing , tuna and shark and more.. Boat rides and cruises out of Newburyport.
School's Out Fishing Charters
Fishing the Merrimack River out to Jeffreys Ledge and Stellwegan Bank,the coast of Seabrook, Salisbury, Plum Island, Ipswich, Gloucester, and Cape Cod. Fishing for cod, tuna stribed bass and blues.
Two Captains Charters
The ultimate private charter fishing and cruising! Newburyport fishing, Inshore fishing, Offshore fishing, tuna fishing and Destination cruising.
Best Time to Catch Tuna
Peak season: May, June, July, August. Also good: March, April, September, October. Right now in February, activity is fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Tuna
Tuna are powerful fish known for their speed and stamina, making them a favorite among big game anglers. They are often found in schools in deep ocean waters and are prized for their firm, rich flesh. Various species of tuna are targeted for both sport and commercial fishing.
How to Catch Tuna
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Tuna in Newburyport.
Tuna Fishing Regulations in Massachusetts
Open Season
Year-round, with possible closures
Daily Bag Limit
Varies by species and permit; typically 1 per vessel
Size Limit
Varies by species; Bluefin Tuna has minimum and maximum size limits
License Required
Federal Highly Migratory Species (HMS) permit and Massachusetts recreational saltwater fishing permit
Tuna fishing requires a federal HMS permit and is heavily regulated with specific rules for different species and size classes. Check current regulations before fishing.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Massachusetts state wildlife agency before fishing.
Related Species in Massachusetts
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