Gloucester, MA Fishing Trip — January

Your Gloucester, MA Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 32°F / Low 20°F2.4" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

16 species
CodGood
Cod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
Atlantic CodGood
Atlantic Cod
Various
PollockGood
Pollock
Various
HakeGood
Hake
Various
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TunaFair
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
SwordfishFair
Swordfish
Various
SkateFair
Skate
Various
TautogLow
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
Bluefin TunaLow
Bluefin Tuna
Various
FlukeLow
Fluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
BluefishLow
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
StingrayLow
Stingray
Various
Atlantic HalibutLow
Atlantic Halibut
Various
TurbotLow
Turbot
Various
HaddockLow
Haddock
Various

January Weather in Gloucester

32°F
Avg High
20°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

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

21 Guides Matched

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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 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 offshore Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)

Massachusetts Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$27.50
Non-Resident$37.50
Requirements

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

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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.

Atlantic Cod
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per angler per day
Size Limit:21-inch minimum

Possession allowed only from May 15 - Dec 31. Check current regulations for any in-season changes.

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

While there is no recreational bag or size limit, commercial regulations may apply. Check current regulations for any updates.

Hake
Season:Year-round, subject to closures. Check current regulations.
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Regulations are subject to change, so it's crucial to check the current Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries regulations before fishing.

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