Portland, ME Fishing Trip — January
Your Portland, ME Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 30°F / Low 16°F1.7" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
15 species
GoodCod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
GoodHake
Various
GoodPollock
Various
GoodAtlantic Cod
Various
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairTuna
Trolling · Chunking
FairSkate
Various
LowTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
LowBluefin Tuna
Various
LowBluefish
Trolling · Casting
LowFluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
LowAtlantic Halibut
Various
LowTurbot
Various
LowHaddock
Various
LowStingray
Various
January Weather in Portland
30°F
Avg High
16°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
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
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.
Hake
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Possession and sale of recreationally caught fish is prohibited. Check for any gear restrictions in specific areas.
Pollock
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Check for any specific gear restrictions in certain areas.
Atlantic Cod
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per angler per day
Size Limit:21-inch minimum
Check current regulations for any in-season changes.