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Plan a Fishing Trip to Salem, MA

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What's Biting in Salem Right Now

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

Top Fishing Guides in Salem

Fish Tales Ii Charters - Fish Tales Ii Charters
Fish Tales Ii Charters

Fish Tales Ii Charters

Salem, Massachusetts

inshore
Salem, Massachusetts
Endeavour fishing charters with Fisherman Tim - Endeavour fishing charters with Fisherman Tim
Endeavour fishing charters with Fisherman Tim

Endeavour fishing charters with Fisherman Tim

5(51)Top Rated
Salem, Massachusetts
AliJen Charters - AliJen Charters
AliJen Charters

AliJen Charters

5(20)Top Rated
Salem, Massachusetts

What to Bring

Check with Salem 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.