Damn Good Flats Fishing Charters In Montauk

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 flats trips in Montauk, and the most popular trips in the area are 23' SeaCraft Trip guided by Andrew, Inshore Charter guided by Dennis, and Flats Fishing guided by Andrew.

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The most commonly sought after species for flats fishing are: 1. atlantic mackerel, 2. black seabass, 3. bluefish, 4. bonito, and 5. brown trout.

The most common fishing techniques in Montauk are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and cut bait fishing but drift fishing and fly fishing are popular as well.

Prices for flats fishing in Montauk can range anywhere from about $710 to $1,800, but the average price for a half day trip for flats fishing in Montauk is $995. The average price for a full day trip for flats fishing in Montauk is $1,300.

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.

The most popular season for flats fishing in Montauk is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

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