Old Orchard Beach, ME Fishing Trip — January
Your Old Orchard Beach, ME Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 30°F / Low 16°F1.8" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
8 species
GoodCod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairTuna
Trolling · Chunking
LowFluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
LowHaddock
Various
LowBluefin Tuna
Various
LowBluefish
Trolling · Casting
LowTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
January Weather in Old Orchard Beach
30°F
Avg High
16°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
1 in Old Orchard Beach + 93 Nearby
$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
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Maine Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$64
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Separate licenses for fishing, Atlantic salmon, and pheasant.
Species Regulations
Cod
Season:Year-round, subject to federal regulations
Bag Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.
Size Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.
Cod regulations are heavily influenced by federal fisheries management plans and can change frequently. Check current NOAA Fisheries regulations before fishing.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:28-31 inch slot limit
Anglers must use inline circle hooks when using bait. Check for any emergency regulations or closures.
Tuna
Season:Year-round, subject to federal regulations
Bag Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.
Size Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.
Tuna regulations are heavily influenced by federal fisheries management plans and can change frequently. A federal permit is required in addition to a state license.
Fluke
Season:May 1 to December 31
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Check for any specific gear restrictions in certain areas.