Newburyport, MA Fishing Trip — April

Your Newburyport, MA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 40°F3.9" rain · 14 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

SheepsheadExcellent
Sheepshead
Various
Spanish MackerelGood
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
King MackerelGood
King Mackerel
Various

April Weather in Newburyport

57°F
Avg High
40°F
Avg Low
3.9"
Rainfall
14
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)
Waders (if not provided)
Wading boots
Bug spray
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$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 Newburyport

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

Sheepshead
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Spanish Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per angler per day
Size Limit:No size limit
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per angler per day
Size Limit:27-inch minimum
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