Fishing Charters in Connecticut

Browse fishing charters in Connecticut that can help you catch weakfish.

Elser Guide Services - Elser Guide Services
Elser Guide Services

Elser Guide Services

Stratford, Connecticut

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Stratford, Connecticut
Black Pearl Charters - Black Pearl Charters
Black Pearl Charters

Black Pearl Charters

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Black pearl 2 party boat fishing located In Bridgeport Connecticut call 203-509-0409

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Bridgeport, Connecticut
Pelagic Beast 3 - Pelagic Beast 3
Pelagic Beast 3

Pelagic Beast 3

Stamford, Connecticut

Pelagic Beast Fishing Charters offer you fishing adventures of a lifetime with inshore and offshore fishing. The Pelagic Beast sailing out of Norwalk, CT, Pelagic Beast II sailing out of Stamford, CT and now The Klondike IX sailing out of New Rochelle, NY.

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Stamford, Connecticut
Twenty4Seven Guide Service - Twenty4Seven Guide Service
Twenty4Seven Guide Service

Twenty4Seven Guide Service

Old Saybrook, Connecticut

Check out pictures of recent fishing charters out of Old Saybrook, CT with Captain Sam Fekete and Twenty4Seven Guide Service.

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Old Saybrook, Connecticut
Flyosophycharters - Flyosophycharters
Flyosophycharters

Flyosophycharters

Killingworth, Connecticut

Flyosophy Charters saltwater fly fishing trips and custom tied flies

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Killingworth, Connecticut
Double Trouble Sportfishing - Double Trouble Sportfishing
Double Trouble Sportfishing

Double Trouble Sportfishing

Mystic, Connecticut

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Mystic, Connecticut
Fishing Charters In Milford Ct - Fishing Charters In Milford Ct
Fishing Charters In Milford Ct

Fishing Charters In Milford Ct

Milford, Connecticut

Captain Billy's Fishing Charters In Milford CT is a full-time Connecticut-based sport fishing guide service specializing in the Connecticut waters of Charles

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Milford, Connecticut
Ron Merlys Fishing Guide Service - Ron Merlys Fishing Guide Service
Ron Merlys Fishing Guide Service

Ron Merlys Fishing Guide Service

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Ron Merly is a steward for Connecticut trout fisheries. Let Ron's expertise guide you to your next trophy trout experience.

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Bridgeport, Connecticut
Lauren B Charters - Stephen Burnett
Stephen Burnett

Lauren B Charters

Mystic, Connecticut

Fishing charters near Mystic, CT. Experience the CT and RI coasts on a sport fishing charter with Lauren b Charters. Charters sail from Stonington, Connecticut

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Mystic, Connecticut
Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing - Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing
Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing

Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing

New London, Connecticut

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New London, Connecticut
Marlintini Sportfishing - Marlintini Sportfishing
Marlintini Sportfishing

Marlintini Sportfishing

Colchester, Connecticut

The best in connecticut charter fishing. Exceptional striped bass, bluefish, blackfish, fluke, and more from long island sound, as well as tuna and shark offshore.

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Colchester, Connecticut
After You Too - After You Too
After You Too

After You Too

Colchester, Connecticut

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Colchester, Connecticut

Best Time to Catch Weakfish

Weakfish can be caught year-round in Bridgeport. Right now in February, activity is low.

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Weakfish

Weakfish

Various

Weakfish, also known as 'tiderunners,' are a prized catch in the waters around Bridgeport, CT. These fish favor the brackish areas where rivers meet Long Island Sound, especially during their spring migration. Look for them in areas with eelgrass beds, tidal creeks, and near the mouths of rivers like the Housatonic. The best time to target Weakfish is typically from May to June, when they enter the Sound to spawn. Local anglers often have success using small jigs or soft plastics that mimic the small baitfish they feed on. A helpful tip is to fish during periods of low light, such as dawn and dusk, as Weakfish are more active then. Remember that Weakfish populations can fluctuate, so practicing catch and release is encouraged to help maintain a healthy fishery.

How to Catch Weakfish

Weakfish Fishing Regulations in Connecticut

Open Season

Year-round

Daily Bag Limit

1 per day

Size Limit

16-inch minimum

License Required

Marine Waters Fishing License

Possession limit equal to the daily creel limit.

⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Connecticut state wildlife agency before fishing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the size limit for weakfish in Connecticut?

The minimum size limit for weakfish that you can keep is 16 inches.

How many weakfish can I keep in a day?

The daily bag limit for weakfish is 1 per person.

Do I need a license to fish for weakfish in Bridgeport?

Yes, you need a Marine Waters Fishing License to target weakfish in Connecticut's waters.

Is weakfish season open year-round in Bridgeport, CT?

Yes, the weakfish season is open year-round, but remember the 1 fish bag limit and 16-inch size minimum.

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