Plan a Fishing Trip to Provincetown, MA

6 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Provincetown Right Now

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

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Prepare for Your Trip

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Things to Do in Provincetown

Activities for your non-fishing days

Massachusetts Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

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