Shelter Island Heights, NY Fishing Trip — August
Your Shelter Island Heights, NY Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
What’s Biting in August
8 species
ExcellentMahi Mahi
Various
ExcellentBluefish
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentTuna
Trolling · Chunking
GoodWeakfish
Various
GoodBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
GoodTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairFlounder
Various
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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
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New York Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater fishing only. Marine registry separate and free.
Species Regulations
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.
Bluefish
Season:Check DEC website for current season dates
Bag Limit:3 per angler
Size Limit:No minimum size limit
Regulations can change frequently; always check the NYS DEC website for the most up-to-date information.
Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:See current regulations for specific tuna species (e.g., Bluefin, Yellowfin, Bigeye, Albacore).
Size Limit:See current regulations for specific tuna species.
Regulations for tuna are subject to change based on federal guidelines. Check current regulations before fishing.
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.