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Saco, ME Fishing Trip — December

Your Saco, ME Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 32°F / Low 16°F4" rain · 8 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeFair
Northern Pike
Various
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various

December Weather in Saco

32°F
Avg High
16°F
Avg Low
4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

7 Guides Matched

Broad Reach Adventures - Broad Reach Adventures
Broad Reach Adventures

Broad Reach Adventures

5(376)Top Rated

Come boating with us! Enjoy the beauty of being on the water in Portland, Maine: Saco Bay, Biddeford Pool, Wood Island Lighthouse, Camp Ellis, and more!

Saco, Maine
Mako Wish Fishing Charters - Mako Wish Fishing Charters
Mako Wish Fishing Charters

Mako Wish Fishing Charters

5(16)Top Rated

Fish the Maine inshore waters for stripers, bluefish, and mackerel. Go Deap Sea fishing for sharks and groundfish in the Gulf Of Maine

BluefishSharksSpanish Mackerel
Saco, Maine
Maine Deep Sea Fishing - Maine Deep Sea Fishing
Maine Deep Sea Fishing

Maine Deep Sea Fishing

4.6(19)Top Rated
Saco, Maine
Rippin' Lips Charters - Rippin' Lips Charters
Rippin' Lips Charters

Rippin' Lips Charters

4.6(12)Top Rated

Sport Fishing Charters for Striped Bass and Bluesfish Only 3 miles from Old Orchard Beach and 30 minutes from Kennebunkport. We also offer 2hr "Fish Lips" Kids Trips.

Striped Bass
Saco, Maine
Miss Madison Charter Service - Miss Madison Charter Service
Miss Madison Charter Service

Miss Madison Charter Service

5(5)Top Rated
inshore
Saco, Maine
The Struggle is Reel Charters - The Struggle is Reel Charters
The Struggle is Reel Charters

The Struggle is Reel Charters

5(4)Top Rated
Saco, Maine
Keeper Charters - Keeper Charters
Keeper Charters

Keeper Charters

5(1)Top Rated
Saco, Maine
$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

Largemouth Bass

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

Northern Pike

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

Rainbow Trout

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

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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.

Buy License Online — Maine

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:10-inch minimum

Some waters have special regulations; consult the Maine Open Water and Ice Fishing Laws booklet.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum, only 1 may exceed 30 inches

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round, check specific waterbody regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by waterbody, check specific regulations
Size Limit:Varies by waterbody, check specific regulations

Many waters have specific regulations for trout, including special catch-and-release areas and gear restrictions. Check the Maine Open Water and Ice Fishing Laws for details.

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