Port Clinton, PA Fishing Trip — July

Your Port Clinton, PA Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 85°F / Low 68°F5.2" rain · 15 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in July

8 species
Mahi MahiExcellent
Mahi Mahi
Various
Black Sea BassExcellent
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
WeakfishGood
Weakfish
Various
TautogGood
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various

July Weather in Port Clinton

85°F
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
5.2"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

9 Guides Near Port Clinton

No guides are based in Port Clinton, but these guides operate nearby.

$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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Pennsylvania Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$22.97
Non-Resident$52.97
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Trout/salmon permit and Lake Erie permit available additionally.

Buy License Online — Pennsylvania

Species Regulations

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

Regulations can change annually; consult the current Pennsylvania Fishing Summary for the most up-to-date rules.

Black Sea Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:12.5-inch minimum

Applies to Delaware River and Estuary. Check specific regulations for the Delaware River.

Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:Varies by species; consult federal regulations
Size Limit:Varies by species; consult federal regulations

Tuna regulations are primarily governed by federal agencies like NOAA. Consult those sources for specific rules.

Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Applies to Delaware River and Estuary. Check specific regulations for the Delaware River.

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