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Falmouth, MA Fishing Trip — April

Your Falmouth, MA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 55°F / Low 43°F6" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TautogGood
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
HaddockGood
Haddock
Various
Bluefin TunaGood
Bluefin Tuna
Various
CodGood
Cod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
TunaGood
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
BluefishGood
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
FlukeGood
Fluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing

April Weather in Falmouth

55°F
Avg High
43°F
Avg Low
6"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Matched

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
Hairball Charters - Hairball Charters
Hairball Charters

Hairball Charters

4.9(39)Top Rated

Captain Eric Stapelfeld's Hairball Charters is a Cape Cod charter fishing service based in Falmouth harbor for trophy striped bass, bluefish and fluke.

BluefishCodFluke
Falmouth, Massachusetts
Islander Sport Fishing - Islander Sport Fishing
Islander Sport Fishing

Islander Sport Fishing

5(13)Top Rated

Islander Sportfishing Charters is Falmouth Harbor’s premier Sport Fishing Company. We offer Offshore, Inshore, and Light Tackle Fishing Charter from May thru October.

offshoreinshore
Falmouth, Massachusetts
Bluefin Charters - Bluefin Charters
Bluefin Charters

Bluefin Charters

5(13)Top Rated

Charter fishing from Falmouth, MA with Blue-fin Charters for striped bass, bluefish, bonita, albacore, fluke, black sea bass, scup, sharks, and more!

Black Sea BassBluefishFluke
Falmouth, Massachusetts
Capt Jims Charters LLC - Capt Jims Charters LLC
Capt Jims Charters LLC

Capt Jims Charters LLC

5(7)Top Rated
Falmouth, Massachusetts
Bloodline Charters - Bloodline Charters
Bloodline Charters

Bloodline Charters

5(7)Top Rated
Falmouth, Massachusetts

Prepare for Your Trip

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

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Falmouth from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Falmouth

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

Things to Do in Falmouth

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Striped Bass

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

Tautog

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

Haddock

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

Bluefin Tuna

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

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.

Bluefin Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:Refer to current NMFS regulations
Size Limit:Refer to current NMFS regulations

Bluefin Tuna regulations are highly variable and managed by NOAA/NMFS. Consult the latest federal regulations for specific details on seasons, size, and bag limits.

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