Boston, MA Fishing Trip — April

Your Boston, MA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip

High 58°F / Low 42°F3.5" rain · 13 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

8 species

Striped Bass

Excellent

Striped Bass

Trolling · Casting

Tautog

Good

Tautog

Bottom fishing · Jigging

Haddock

Good

Haddock

Various

Cod

Good

Cod

Bottom Fishing · Trolling

Bluefish

Good

Bluefish

Trolling · Casting

Fluke

Good

Fluke

Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing

Tuna

Good

Tuna

Trolling · Chunking

Bluefin Tuna

Good

Bluefin Tuna

Various

April Weather in Boston

58°F

Avg High

42°F

Avg Low

3.5"

Rainfall

13

Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

8 Guides Matched

Get Tight Sport Fishing

5(146)Top Rated

Boston, Massachusetts

Boston Harbor Fishing / Fishbucket Sportfishing

Boston Fishing Charters & aboard the 32 foot "Fishbucket" sportfishing. Let captain Mike's four decades of local fishing experience guide you to a day on the water you're sure to remember.

Boston, Massachusetts

Eureka Charters

BOOK ONLINE TODAY saltwater fishing with Captain Quentin from Eureka Charters. Customized departure time, trip duration, pick-up location, and fish species.

Boston, Massachusetts

Boston Fishing Frenzy Charters

Boston, Massachusetts

Boston Fish Tales

4.9(29)Top Rated

Boston Fishing Charter Boat Fish Tales, Fishing Boston: the best Fishing Charters Boston, Striped Bass Fishing and Deep Sea Fishing aboard Boston Fish Tales, charter fishing out of Crystal Cove Marina, Boston, MA.

Boston, Massachusetts

Lucky 7 Fishing Charters

Fishing Boston? Catch striped bass, tuna or haddock. The Lucky 7 crew are family and treat you as such. Fishing is our passion, we love people & having fun!

Boston, Massachusetts

Trinacria Fishing & Cruising

Boston, Massachusetts

C.J. Victoria Fishing Charters

Top rated Boston Fishing Charter. C.J. Victoria offers daily fishing trips for Striped Bass, Tuna, Shark, Cod and more.

Boston, Massachusetts

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

For Your Target Species

Striper Swimbaits

Paddle tail swimbaits in bunker and herring colors

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Tuna Popper Lures

Large topwater poppers for yellowfin and bluefin

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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack

Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray

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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray

Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions

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Trip Essentials

Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter

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Waterproof Dry Bag

Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry

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$910

Estimated total for 2 people

$455

per person

Charter $500

Tip $100

Licenses $60

Food $100

Lodging $150

Boston from ~$150/night

Pickup in Boston

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Boston

Activities for your non-fishing days

Boat Tours & Cruises

Snorkeling & Diving

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

Wildlife & Nature Tours

What's Biting By Month

Peak

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Striped Bass

Tautog

Haddock

Cod

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

Striped Bass

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:1 per angler, per day

Size Limit:28-31 inches

Anglers must use a single hook. Circle hooks are required when fishing with natural bait.

Tautog

Season:April 1 to May 15 and August 1 to December 31

Bag Limit:4 per angler

Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Specific dates and bag limits may vary by year, so always check the current regulations.

Haddock

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:15 per angler per day

Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Haddock regulations are subject to change based on federal fisheries management. Check current regulations before fishing.

Cod

Season:Year-round, with seasonal closures

Bag Limit:1 per angler per day

Size Limit:21-inch minimum

Cod regulations are subject to change based on federal fisheries management. Check current regulations before fishing.

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