Harwich Port, MA Fishing Trip — April

Your Harwich Port, MA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 53°F / Low 42°F5.6" rain · 13 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
CodGood
Cod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
TunaGood
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
BluefishGood
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
FlukeGood
Fluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Bluefin TunaGood
Bluefin Tuna
Various

April Weather in Harwich Port

53°F
Avg High
42°F
Avg Low
5.6"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

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

9 Guides Matched

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 Harwich Port

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.

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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