Shoreham, NY Fishing Trip — April

Your Shoreham, NY Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 59°F / Low 44°F3.6" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

SheepsheadExcellent
Sheepshead
Various
King MackerelGood
King Mackerel
Various
Speckled TroutGood
Speckled Trout
Drift Fishing · Fly Fishing
CobiaGood
Cobia
Various

April Weather in Shoreham

59°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
3.6"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

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

99 Guides Near Shoreham

No guides are based in Shoreham, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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 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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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

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

Anglers must enroll in the Recreational Marine Fishing Registry. Check DEC website for any specific area closures or changes.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:24-inch minimum

Possession limit equal to the daily bag limit.

Speckled Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:12-inch minimum total length

Anglers must enroll in the Recreational Marine Fishing Registry. Check DEC website for any specific area closures or changes.

Cobia
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person
Size Limit:37-inch minimum fork length

Anglers must enroll in the Recreational Marine Fishing Registry. Check DEC website for any specific area closures or changes.

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