Plan a Fishing Trip to Provincetown, MA

6 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Provincetown Right Now

Tautog
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Jigging, Live bait fishing
Bluefin Tuna
ExcellentVarious
Fluke
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Drift Fishing, Jigging
Tuna
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Baiting
Bluefish
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Baiting
Stingray
ExcellentVarious
Skate
ExcellentVarious
Haddock
ExcellentVarious
Striped Bass
Goodboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Great White Shark
GoodVarious
Atlantic Halibut
GoodVarious
Turbot
GoodVarious
Cod
Fairsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Jigging
Pollock
FairVarious
Atlantic Cod
FairVarious
Hake
FairVarious

What to Bring

Check with Provincetown 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.