Plan a Fishing Trip to Dunkirk, NY

3 guidesBest months: April, May, June, September

What's Biting in Dunkirk Right Now

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

What to Bring

Check with Dunkirk 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 freshwater / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

New York Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

During the closed season (December 1 - June 14), catch and release only is allowed using artificial lures.