South Kingstown, RI Fishing Trip — July
Your South Kingstown, RI Fishing Trip
July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 68°F3.1" rain · 9 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in July
8 species
ExcellentMahi Mahi
Various
ExcellentBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
ExcellentTuna
Trolling · Chunking
ExcellentBluefish
Trolling · Casting
GoodStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
GoodWeakfish
Various
GoodTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
FairFlounder
Various
July Weather in South Kingstown
79°F
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
5 Guides Matched
$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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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 / inshore / offshore Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- Light rain jacket
Rhode Island Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$18
Non-Resident$35
Requirements
Required for ages 15+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses available.
Species Regulations
Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:No size limit
Possession limit is 6 mahi mahi per vessel.
Black Sea Bass
Season:Varies, check current regulations
Bag Limit:Varies, check current regulations
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Open season and bag limits vary throughout the year. Check current regulations for specific dates and limits.
Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:Varies by species; check current regulations
Size Limit:Varies by species; check current regulations
Regulations for tuna are complex and change frequently based on federal quotas. Consult the RI DEM and NOAA websites for current rules.
Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day from shore, 5 per person per day from a private or charter vessel
Size Limit:No minimum size
Check current regulations for any seasonal closures or changes.