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Everything to Know About Booking a Gloucester inshore fishing charter

Why should I book an inshore fishing charter in Gloucester with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 12 inshore trips in Gloucester, and the most popular trips in the area are Striped Bass Morning Bite! guided by Ira, Boston Bass guided by Mike, and Boston Inshore Fishing guided by Joe.

Our guides in Gloucester are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly inshore guides / fishing lessons in Gloucester? Check out our beginner and family friendly inshore guides in Gloucester.

What types of inshore fishing charters are common in Gloucester?

The most commonly sought after species for inshore fishing are: 1. striped bass, 2. bluefish, 3. fluke, 4. flounder, and 5. black seabass.

The most common fishing techniques in Gloucester are light tackle fishing, trolling, and live bait fishing but artificial lure fishing and bottom fishing are popular as well.

How much do Gloucester inshore fishing charters cost?

Prices for inshore fishing in Gloucester can range anywhere from about $715 to $2,400, but the average price for a half day trip for inshore fishing in Gloucester is $1,040. The average price for a full day trip for inshore fishing in Gloucester is $1,659.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for inshore fishing in Gloucester?

The most popular season for inshore fishing in Gloucester is fall, and most anglers book their trips 13 days in advance.

Do I need a Gloucester fishing license and what are the bag limits in Gloucester?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Gloucester, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Gloucester. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Gloucester.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Joe and Arty put us on the fish and kept moving us to them We caught more and better strippers than I ever have. And they were great guys!

    Jonathan K. | July 18, 2025

    Trip: Boston Inshore Fishing

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