Plan a Fishing Trip to Shelter Island, NY
2 guidesBest months: April, May, June, September
What's Biting in Shelter Island Right Now
Mahi Mahi
ExcellentVarious
Striped Bass
Excellentboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Bluefish
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Baiting
Black Sea Bass
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Jigging, Live Bait
Tautog
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Jigging, Live bait fishing
Tuna
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Baiting
Flounder
ExcellentVarious
Weakfish
GoodVarious
Top Fishing Guides in Shelter Island
What to Bring
Check with Shelter Island 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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For Your Target Species
For Inshore Fishing
For the Season
Things to Do in Shelter Island
Activities for your non-fishing days
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.