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Sanford, ME Fishing Trip — September

Your Sanford, ME Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 54°F2.6" rain · 5 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

5 species
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

September Weather in Sanford

73°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
2.6"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

74 Guides Near Sanford

No guides are based in Sanford, but these guides operate nearby.

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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
Rocky Bottom Fisheries - Rocky Bottom Fisheries
Rocky Bottom Fisheries

Rocky Bottom Fisheries

5(349)Top Rated

Portland, Maine has so much to see! Click here to take a closer look at our Lobster tours and sunset cruises at Rocky Bottom Fisheries.

Portland, Maine
Lucky Catch Cruises - Lucky Catch Cruises
Lucky Catch Cruises

Lucky Catch Cruises

4.9(584)Top Rated
Portland, Maine
Reel Action Charters - Reel Action Charters
Reel Action Charters

Reel Action Charters

5(213)Top Rated

Want to learn more about fishing trips near me? Family friendly sea fishing charters, striped bass fishing trips, advanced deep sea tuna fishing, sunset tours.

Striped BassTuna
South Portland, Maine
Kristin K Charters - Kristin K Charters
Kristin K Charters

Kristin K Charters

5(140)Top Rated

Welcome to Kristin K Charters, the best choice for your Portland Maine deep sea fishing charter. We offer Family, Shark, Inshore, and Ground fishing trips.

South Portland, Maine
Mary May Charters - Mary May Charters
Mary May Charters

Mary May Charters

4.9(105)Top Rated

Mary May Charters is passionate about offering a charter fishing or scenic boat tour experience that will last a lifetime. Book your reservation today!

South Portland, Maine
Sebago Sport Fishing and Guide Service - Sebago Sport Fishing and Guide Service
Sebago Sport Fishing and Guide Service

Sebago Sport Fishing and Guide Service

5(87)Top Rated

Contact Sebago Sport Fishing today to Book a full or half day fishing charter, guided lake tour or sunset cruise.

Raymond, Maine
Relentless Pursuit Fishing Charters and Sight Seeing - Relentless Pursuit Fishing Charters and Sight Seeing
Relentless Pursuit Fishing Charters and Sight Seeing

Relentless Pursuit Fishing Charters and Sight Seeing

5(85)Top Rated
Wells, Maine
TeazerCharter-Portland Maine Deep Sea Fishing - TeazerCharter-Portland Maine Deep Sea Fishing
TeazerCharter-Portland Maine Deep Sea Fishing

TeazerCharter-Portland Maine Deep Sea Fishing

5(83)Top Rated

Check the calendar for available dates. If a date shows as booked, please contact us for options or suggestions.

South Portland, Maine
Morning Flight Portland Maine Fishing Charter - Morning Flight Portland Maine Fishing Charter
Morning Flight Portland Maine Fishing Charter

Morning Flight Portland Maine Fishing Charter

5(81)Top Rated

Morning Flight Charters, a licensed Maine Fishing Guide, provides deep sea fishing charters in the Portland Harbor of Spring Point Marina for the experienced sports fisherman. Family ocean fishing charter packages are also available in the Portland, ME area.

South Portland, Maine
Libreti Rose Sport Fishing Charters - Libreti Rose Sport Fishing Charters
Libreti Rose Sport Fishing Charters

Libreti Rose Sport Fishing Charters

4.7(84)Top Rated

Libreti Rose II Fishing Charters is located in Kennebunkport, Maine. Captain Bruce Hebert is the U.S. Coast Guard Master Captain and a Registered Maine Guide has over 50 years of experience on the Ocean.

Kennebunkport, Maine
LiveLiner Charters-Maine Deep Sea Fishing Charters - LiveLiner Charters-Maine Deep Sea Fishing Charters
LiveLiner Charters-Maine Deep Sea Fishing Charters

LiveLiner Charters-Maine Deep Sea Fishing Charters

4.9(62)Top Rated

Maine Deep Sea Fishing Charters, F/V Liveliner, offers deep sea fishing off the coast of Maine. About Us. Catch Giant Bluefin Tuna, Shark, Haddock, Pollock. Whale Watch Cruises. Harbor Cruises.

Bluefin TunaHaddockPollock
South Portland, Maine
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$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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Brown Trout

Various
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M
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O
N
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Rainbow Trout

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Channel Catfish

freshwater
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F
M
A
M
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D

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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.

Buy License Online — Maine

Species Regulations

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

There are no statewide bag or size limits for channel catfish in Maine.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round, check specific waterbody regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by waterbody, check specific regulations
Size Limit:Varies by waterbody, check specific regulations

Some waters have specific regulations for bass, including catch-and-release only areas. Check the Maine Open Water and Ice Fishing Laws for details.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:6-inch minimum

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

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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