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Plan a Fishing Trip to New London, CT

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What's Biting in New London Right Now

Striped Bass
Excellentboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Flounder
ExcellentVarious
Mahi Mahi
GoodVarious
Black Sea Bass
Goodsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Jigging, Live Bait
Weakfish
GoodVarious
Tuna
Goodsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Baiting
Bluefish
Goodsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Baiting
Tautog
Goodsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Jigging, Live bait fishing

Top Fishing Guides in New London

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Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing - Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing
Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing

Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing

New London, Connecticut

inshore
New London, Connecticut
Captain Seth Sportfishing - Captain Seth Sportfishing
Captain Seth Sportfishing

Captain Seth Sportfishing

5(119)Top Rated
New London, Connecticut
FlyLight Charters - FlyLight Charters
FlyLight Charters

FlyLight Charters

5(27)Top Rated

FlyLight Charters - Long Island Sound's Fly and Light Tackle Specialist - Best Fishing Charters in New England

New London, Connecticut
Good Company Ii - Doug Parker
Doug Parker

Good Company Ii

5(16)Top Rated

Good Company II is a Connecticut fishing charter captained by Captain Doug Parker

inshore
New London, Connecticut
Sound Charters - Sound Charters
Sound Charters

Sound Charters

5(11)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in New London, Connecticut. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

New London, Connecticut
Reels Up Guide Service - Reels Up Guide Service
Reels Up Guide Service

Reels Up Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
New London, Connecticut

What to Bring

Check with New London guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

For Your Target Species

Striper Swimbaits
Paddle tail swimbaits in bunker and herring colors
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Trolling Skirted Lures
Colorful skirted lures that mahi can not resist
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For Inshore Fishing

Performance Fishing Shirt
UPF 50+ long sleeve — stay cool and protected all day
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UV Neck Gaiter
Sun protection for face and neck that breathes in the heat
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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack
Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray
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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray
Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions
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Trip Essentials

Fishing Pliers
Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter
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Waterproof Dry Bag
Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry
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Things to Do in New London

Activities for your non-fishing days

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Connecticut Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

Special regulations may apply to specific bodies of water. Check the CT DEEP fishing guide for details.