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Southold, NY Fishing Trip — December

Your Southold, NY Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 41°F / Low 31°F3.1" rain · 10 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

SheepsheadFair
Sheepshead
Various
Speckled TroutFair
Speckled Trout
Drift Fishing · Fly Fishing
CobiaLow
Cobia
Various

December Weather in Southold

41°F
Avg High
31°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

4 Guides Matched

Peconic Water Sports - Peconic Water Sports
Peconic Water Sports

Peconic Water Sports

4.9(54)Top Rated
Southold, New York
Migration Destination Outfitters - Migration Destination Outfitters
Migration Destination Outfitters

Migration Destination Outfitters

5(21)Top Rated

Interested at targeting new species? We're spoiled out here on Long Island with the plethora of waterfowl. We can get you on Eider, all 3 Scoter, Old Squaw, Black Ducks, Mallards, Geese, and the list goes on!

Southold, New York
Longevity Sportfishing - Longevity Sportfishing
Longevity Sportfishing

Longevity Sportfishing

5(5)Top Rated

Inshore & offshore Fishing Charters, Lighthouse Cruises & Eco-Tours aboard the brand new LONGEVITY, North Fork Long Island's newest charter boat.

offshoreinshore
Southold, New York
North Fork Adventures Charters - North Fork Adventures Charters
North Fork Adventures Charters

North Fork Adventures Charters

5(2)Top Rated

Charter Fishing on North Fork of Long Island, located in Southold, NY

Southold, 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

Sheepshead

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

Speckled Trout

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

Cobia

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

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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 offshore / inshore Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • 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.

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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