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East Hampton, NY Fishing Trip — April

Your East Hampton, NY Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 44°F3.1" 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
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
Mahi MahiGood
Mahi Mahi
Various
WeakfishGood
Weakfish
Various
BluefishGood
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Black Sea BassGood
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
TautogGood
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
TunaGood
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking

April Weather in East Hampton

57°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

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

3 Guides Matched

Bounty Uncharted - Hamptons Fishing - Bounty Uncharted - Hamptons Fishing
Bounty Uncharted - Hamptons Fishing

Bounty Uncharted - Hamptons Fishing

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Get in touch with Hamptons Fishing. Fill out our contact form or call us at 917-523-6266 to discuss your next fishing adventure.

East Hampton, New York
North Flats Guiding - North Flats Guiding
North Flats Guiding

North Flats Guiding

4(4)

Northflats Guiding Fly Fishing Excursions by Captain David Blinken. Captain David Blinken is Coast Guard licensed and a certified casting instructor from the Federation of Fly Fishers. He has been flyfishing for over 40 years, most of which were spent on the south shore of Long Island's now fabled waters. Captain Blinken will guide you to the hot spots and assist you in having an exciting fishing experience.

fly fishing
East Hampton, New York
Dixons To The Point Charters - Dixons To The Point Charters
Dixons To The Point Charters

Dixons To The Point Charters

East Hampton, New York

Fly Fishing in Montauk and the Florida Keys

fly fishing
East Hampton, New York
$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's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Mahi Mahi

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Weakfish

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluefish

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Montauk29 guides · 16 miBabylon11 guides · 59 miHampton Bays7 guides · 17 miOrient6 guides · 14 miSouthold4 guides · 13 miPort Jefferson3 guides · 46 mi

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 fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray

New York Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater fishing only. Marine registry separate and free.

Buy License Online — New York

Species Regulations

Striped Bass
Season:Check DEC website for current season dates
Bag Limit:1 per angler
Size Limit:28-31 inch slot limit

Regulations can change frequently; always check the NYS DEC website for the most up-to-date information.

Flounder
Season:May 1 - December 31
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Regulations can vary by region, so check local rules.

Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:No size limit

No more than 15 mahi mahi may be possessed aboard a vessel at any time.

Weakfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

All weakfish possessed must be landed with head and tail intact.

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