Boston, MA Fishing Trip — December
Your Boston, MA Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 37°F / Low 24°F2.8" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in December
8 species
GoodCod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
LowHaddock
Various
LowBluefish
Trolling · Casting
LowFluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
LowTuna
Trolling · Chunking
LowBluefin Tuna
Various
December Weather in Boston
37°F
Avg High
24°F
Avg Low
2.8"
Rainfall
9
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.
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Massachusetts Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$27.50
Non-Resident$37.50
Requirements
Required for ages 15+. Freshwater license covers all inland waters.
Species Regulations
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.
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.