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Barnstable Town, MA Fishing Trip — December

Your Barnstable Town, MA Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 40°F / Low 26°F4" rain · 10 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

5 species
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
WalleyeLow
Walleye
Various

December Weather in Barnstable Town

40°F
Avg High
26°F
Avg Low
4"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

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

140 Guides Near Barnstable Town

No guides are based in Barnstable Town, but these guides operate nearby.

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Reel Deal Fishing Charters - Reel Deal Fishing Charters
Reel Deal Fishing Charters

Reel Deal Fishing Charters

4.8(272)Top Rated

Enjoy the trip of a lifetime with a fishing charter in Truro, MA, from Reel Deal Fishing Charters. Our experienced captains help you make lifetime memories.

Truro, Massachusetts
Helen H Offshore Fishing - Helen H Offshore Fishing
Helen H Offshore Fishing

Helen H Offshore Fishing

4.5(361)Top Rated
Hyannis, Massachusetts
Bear's Den Fly Fishing Co - Bear's Den Fly Fishing Co
Bear's Den Fly Fishing Co

Bear's Den Fly Fishing Co

4.9(172)Top Rated

Full service fly shop

Taunton, Massachusetts
Beth Ann Charters - Beth Ann Charters
Beth Ann Charters

Beth Ann Charters

4.9(167)Top Rated

Fishing, Whale Watching, Sunset Cruises, and more! Between the two nicest vessels in Provincetown Harbor, which will you choose? Daily trips departing Provincetown harbor from May to October.

Provincetown, Massachusetts
Aquarius Sportfishing - Aquarius Sportfishing
Aquarius Sportfishing

Aquarius Sportfishing

5(116)Top Rated
Barnstable, Massachusetts
Monomoy Sportfishing - Monomoy Sportfishing
Monomoy Sportfishing

Monomoy Sportfishing

5(94)Top Rated

Chatham Shark Tours The Premiere Great White Shark Tour on the Planet

Great White Shark
Chatham, Massachusetts
Cape Cod Charter Guys - Cape Cod Charter Guys
Cape Cod Charter Guys

Cape Cod Charter Guys

4.9(101)Top Rated

Explore the top Cape Cod fish species with Captain Ross. Understand the fish seasonality and migratory patterns of Cape Cod fishing for 2023

Cod
Bourne, Massachusetts
Plymouth Charters - Plymouth Charters
Plymouth Charters

Plymouth Charters

5(83)Top Rated

We are America's Hometown Fishing charter, located in Plymouth Massachusetts. We fish everyday and know where the fish are! Sportfishing, Groundfishing, Scenic Cruises, Whale Watching. Come aboard Plymouth Charters, formally Fire Escape Charters, for an amazing day!

Plymouth, Massachusetts
Shark Shark Tuna - Shark Shark Tuna
Shark Shark Tuna

Shark Shark Tuna

4.9(93)Top Rated
South Yarmouth, Massachusetts
Dragonfly Sportfishing Charters - Dragonfly Sportfishing Charters
Dragonfly Sportfishing Charters

Dragonfly Sportfishing Charters

5(81)Top Rated

Dragonfly Cape Cod Fishing Charters for bluefin tuna,striped bass,bluefish, and black sea bass.

Black Sea BassBluefin TunaBluefish
Orleans, Massachusetts
Schooney Charter Fishing - Schooney Charter Fishing
Schooney Charter Fishing

Schooney Charter Fishing

5(81)Top Rated
Truro, Massachusetts
Patriot Party Boats - Emil Tietje
Emil Tietje

Patriot Party Boats

4.5(141)Top Rated

Experience the beautiful waters surrounding Cape Cod on one of our fishing charters. We are a family-owned and operated business. Book online today!

inshoreCod
Falmouth, Massachusetts
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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
1 / 2

Largemouth Bass

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

Brown Trout

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

Walleye

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

Crappie

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Gloucester21 guides · 68 miOrleans10 guides · 21 miChatham10 guides · 20 miNantucket9 guides · 29 miHarwich Port9 guides · 15 miBoston8 guides · 60 mi

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

Massachusetts Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$27.50
Non-Resident$37.50
Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Freshwater license covers all inland waters.

Buy License Online — Massachusetts

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist; some areas may be catch and release only.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist; some areas may be catch and release only.

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