Providence, RI Fishing Trip — April
Your Providence, RI Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 59°F / Low 41°F4.3" rain · 15 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in April
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentFlounder
Various
GoodMahi Mahi
Various
GoodWeakfish
Various
GoodTuna
Trolling · Chunking
GoodBluefish
Trolling · Casting
GoodBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
GoodTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
April Weather in Providence
59°F
Avg High
41°F
Avg Low
4.3"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
56 Guides Near Providence
No guides are based in Providence, 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's Biting By Month
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Rhode Island Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$18
Non-Resident$35
Requirements
Required for ages 15+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses available.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:28-31 inches total length
Anglers must use inline circle hooks when fishing with bait. Check current regulations for any seasonal closures or changes.
Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
This regulation applies to Summer Flounder (Fluke). Possession limit is equal to the daily bag limit.
Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:No size limit
Possession limit is 6 mahi mahi per vessel.
Weakfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Check current regulations for any seasonal closures or changes.