Portland, ME Fishing Trip — April
Your Portland, ME Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 55°F / Low 38°F5.3" rain · 14 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in April
15 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentPollock
Various
GoodTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
GoodBluefin Tuna
Various
GoodTuna
Trolling · Chunking
GoodBluefish
Trolling · Casting
GoodFluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
GoodCod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
GoodHaddock
Various
GoodHake
Various
GoodSkate
Various
GoodAtlantic Cod
Various
FairAtlantic Halibut
Various
FairTurbot
Various
FairStingray
Various
April Weather in Portland
55°F
Avg High
38°F
Avg Low
5.3"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
8 Guides Matched
$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
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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
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
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.
Pollock
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Check for any specific gear restrictions in certain areas.
Tautog
Season:August 15 - December 31
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Check for any emergency regulations or closures.
Bluefin 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.
Bluefin 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.