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New London, CT Fishing Trip — October

Your New London, CT Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 49°F4.6" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

8 species
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TunaGood
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
FlounderGood
Flounder
Various
Mahi MahiFair
Mahi Mahi
Various
Black Sea BassFair
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
WeakfishFair
Weakfish
Various
BluefishFair
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting

October Weather in New London

63°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
4.6"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

7 Guides Matched

Captain Seth Sportfishing - Captain Seth Sportfishing
Captain Seth Sportfishing

Captain Seth Sportfishing

5(119)Top Rated
New London, Connecticut
FlyLight Charters - FlyLight Charters
FlyLight Charters

FlyLight Charters

5(27)Top Rated

FlyLight Charters - Long Island Sound's Fly and Light Tackle Specialist - Best Fishing Charters in New England

New London, Connecticut
Good Company Ii - Doug Parker
Doug Parker

Good Company Ii

5(16)Top Rated

Good Company II is a Connecticut fishing charter captained by Captain Doug Parker

inshore
New London, Connecticut
Sound Charters - Sound Charters
Sound Charters

Sound Charters

5(11)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in New London, Connecticut. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

New London, Connecticut
Reels Up Guide Service - Reels Up Guide Service
Reels Up Guide Service

Reels Up Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
New London, Connecticut
Carolyn Ann - Carolyn Ann
Carolyn Ann

Carolyn Ann

5(1)Top Rated

The bluefish is a moderately proportioned fish, with a broad, forked tail. The spiny first dorsal fin is normally folded back in a groove, as are its pectoral fins. Coloration is a grayish blue-green dorsally, fading to white on the lower sides and belly.

Bluefish
New London, Connecticut
Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing - Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing
Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing

Lucky Dawg Sportsfishing

New London, Connecticut

inshore
New London, Connecticut
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Mahi Mahi

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Black Sea Bass

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Weakfish

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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What to Bring

Check with your guide 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

Connecticut Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$55
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland and marine licenses available.

Buy License Online — Connecticut

Species Regulations

Tautog
Season:April 1 - May 31 and October 11 - December 31
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Possession limit is equal to the daily bag limit. Check for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per angler per day
Size Limit:28 to less than 31 inches

Anglers must use a single, inline, circle hook when fishing with bait.

Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:Bluefin Tuna: Consult current regulations. Other Tuna: 3 per person (aggregate)
Size Limit:Bluefin Tuna: Consult current regulations. Other Tuna: No size limit

Highly migratory species regulations are subject to change. Consult current regulations for specific details.

Flounder
Season:May 1 - December 31
Bag Limit:2 per angler per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
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