Plan a Fishing Trip to Plymouth, MA

5 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Plymouth Right Now

Striped Bass
Goodboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Tuna
Goodsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Baiting
Cod
Goodsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Jigging
Bluefin Tuna
FairVarious
Bluefish
Fairsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Baiting
Fluke
Fairsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Drift Fishing, Jigging
Tautog
Fairsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Jigging, Live bait fishing
Haddock
FairVarious

What to Bring

Check with Plymouth 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

Massachusetts Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.