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Trophy Striped Bass

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Albies, Bonito, Spanish Mackerel

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Everything to Know About Booking a Cape Cod nearshore fishing charter

What are the best nearshore fishing charters in Cape Cod?

Why should I book a nearshore fishing charter in Cape Cod with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 10 nearshore trips in Cape Cod, and the most popular trips in the area are Old-School Classic Trip guided by Greg, Half Day Fishing Charter guided by Doug, and Fall Striper - 33’ Grady White guided by Drew.

Our guides in Cape Cod are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3723 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 nearshore guides / fishing lessons in Cape Cod? Check out our beginner and family friendly nearshore guides in Cape Cod.

What types of nearshore fishing charters are common in Cape Cod?

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

The most common fishing techniques in Cape Cod are light tackle fishing, heavy tackle fishing, and bottom fishing but trolling and jigging are popular as well.

How much do Cape Cod nearshore fishing charters cost?

Prices for nearshore fishing in Cape Cod can range anywhere from about $610 to $1,360, but the average price for a half day trip for nearshore fishing in Cape Cod is $712. The average price for a full day trip for nearshore fishing in Cape Cod is $1,091.

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 nearshore fishing in Cape Cod?

The most popular season for nearshore fishing in Cape Cod is summer, and most anglers book their trips 8 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bob and his mate Rocko showed us the best day of fishing we could have asked for. They showed my son , niece and nephew how to bring in the stripers and that we did. Nice conversations, personable guys, highly recommend this trip. Jeff Brooke

    Jeffrey T. | September 16, 2024

    Trip: Cape Cod Striper Sniper Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Five stars only, because there is no option for six. We had a great time fishing with Mark and his son Ryan. Caught bunch of bonitos and couple of striped bass. Weather was perfect and company even better . Thank you captain Mark!

    Sinisa B. | August 25, 2024

    Trip: Cape Cod Bay Bass and Bluefish

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mark and his 1st mate provided an awesome day of fishing for my family and me! Very rewarding experience and put us onto many striped bass! Great job and looking forward to doing this again through Mark!

    John H. | August 6, 2024

    Trip: Cape Cod Bay Bass and Bluefish

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with Captain Doug. We would definitely book him again. The Captain Experiences team was also great and very responsive.

    Keith M. | July 15, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great experience with Doug during our family vacation to the cape! Fish were caught and memories were made! Highly recommend Doug for your next fishing trip!

    Brianna G. | July 8, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mark Hakey and his Mate Casey did a fantastic job and provided great service for our family. We caught a good amount of stripers and everyone had a great time. The Captain and Mate are polite and professional and the boat was spotless.

    Evan G. | June 30, 2023

    Trip: Cape Cod Bay Bass and Bluefish

  • ★★★★★
    Cpt. Drew took my father, uncle, cousin, and I out for a four our trip and I couldn’t have been more impressed with his knowledge, professionalism, and spirit. He knew all the tricks to get us going, and within minutes, we had our first catch. We caught over 15 fish on our trip and brought a few home for dinner! Will be looking forward to booking him next year as well!

    Elliott M. | August 27, 2021

    Trip: Fall Striper Trip - 26' Regulator

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