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Harwich Port, MA Fishing Trip — May

Your Harwich Port, MA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 52°F4.6" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
FlukeExcellent
Fluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Bluefin TunaExcellent
Bluefin Tuna
Various
HaddockGood
Haddock
Various
CodFair
Cod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling

May Weather in Harwich Port

60°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
4.6"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

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

9 Guides Matched

Blue Bandit Fishing Charters - Blue Bandit Fishing Charters
Blue Bandit Fishing Charters

Blue Bandit Fishing Charters

5(62)Top Rated

Here on Blue Bandit Charters we offer Cape Cod Fishing Charters ranging from 4 to 10 hours. You’ll get a full day of Cape Cod deep sea fishing!

BluefishCod
Harwich Port, Massachusetts
Cap'n Kids Fishing - Cap'n Kids Fishing
Cap'n Kids Fishing

Cap'n Kids Fishing

4.8(77)Top Rated
Harwich Port, Massachusetts
Cape Cod Sportsmen - Cape Cod Sportsmen
Cape Cod Sportsmen

Cape Cod Sportsmen

4.7(41)Top Rated

Scup, commonly referred to as the porgy, is what kicks off the Adventure with Magellan Deep Sea Fishing Charters spring recreational fishery season in Nantucket Sound off the coast of Cape Cod. Porgies hit your bait like an electrical shock and when hooked on light tackle they are a lot of fun to catch. Book your trip!

CodScup
Harwich Port, Massachusetts
Jail Break Fishing Charters - Jail Break Fishing Charters
Jail Break Fishing Charters

Jail Break Fishing Charters

4.6(44)Top Rated

Come with us for a ‘JAIL BREAK’ and enjoy the best fishing on Cape Cod aboard our 42′ Duffy Cape Cod charter fishing boat.

Cod
Harwich Port, Massachusetts
Take A Chance Charters - Harwich Port, Cape Cod - Take A Chance Charters - Harwich Port, Cape Cod
Take A Chance Charters - Harwich Port, Cape Cod

Take A Chance Charters - Harwich Port, Cape Cod

5(15)Top Rated

Join third generation Cape Cod fisherman Captain Sam Crafts for sport and family fishing charters out of Allen Harbor in Harwich Port.

Cod
Harwich Port, Massachusetts
Cape Cod Charter Fishing - Cape Cod Charter Fishing
Cape Cod Charter Fishing

Cape Cod Charter Fishing

4.8(6)Top Rated

Cape Cod Sport Fishing for Striped Bass, Blues, Cod Fish, Tuna, and Porgies with Captain Art Brosnan.

CodStriped BassTuna
Harwich Port, Massachusetts
Perfect Catch Sportfishing - Perfect Catch Sportfishing
Perfect Catch Sportfishing

Perfect Catch Sportfishing

4.7(6)Top Rated
Harwich Port, Massachusetts
Jax Charters - Jax Charters
Jax Charters

Jax Charters

5(1)Top Rated

Join Us For Memorable Day on The Waters of Cape Cod Targeting Bluefin Tuna, Striped Bass, Fluke, Shark, Black Sea Bass and Other Deep Sea Species. Jax Charters Provides An Experience of a Lifetime You Do Not Want to Miss Out on!

Black Sea BassBluefin TunaCod
Harwich Port, Massachusetts
Freedom Offshore Adventures - Freedom Offshore Adventures
Freedom Offshore Adventures

Freedom Offshore Adventures

3(2)

High speed offshore adventures from Harwich, Cape Cod

offshoreCod
Harwich Port, 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)
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Harwich Port from ~$150/night
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Pickup in Harwich Port

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

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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

Cod

saltwater
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.

Tuna
Season:Year-round, with possible closures
Bag Limit:Varies by species and permit; typically 1 per vessel
Size Limit:Varies by species; Bluefin Tuna has minimum and maximum size limits

Tuna fishing requires a federal HMS permit and is heavily regulated with specific rules for different species and size classes. Check current regulations before fishing.

Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per angler per day from shore; 3 per private vessel; 5 per angler on for-hire vessel
Size Limit:No minimum size

Anglers aboard for-hire vessels (charter/party boats) are subject to a 5 fish bag limit.

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