Gloucester, MA Fishing Trip — May

Your Gloucester, MA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 50°F8.1" rain · 18 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

16 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
Bluefin TunaExcellent
Bluefin Tuna
Various
FlukeExcellent
Fluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
SwordfishExcellent
Swordfish
Various
SkateExcellent
Skate
Various
PollockGood
Pollock
Various
StingrayGood
Stingray
Various
Atlantic HalibutGood
Atlantic Halibut
Various
TurbotGood
Turbot
Various
HaddockGood
Haddock
Various
CodFair
Cod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
Atlantic CodFair
Atlantic Cod
Various
HakeFair
Hake
Various

May Weather in Gloucester

63°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
8.1"
Rainfall
18
Rainy Days

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

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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)
$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.

Things to Do in Gloucester

Activities for your non-fishing days

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.

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.

Fluke
Season:May 25 - October 9 (Dates vary annually)
Bag Limit:5 per angler
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Regulations can change annually, so always check the current rules.

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