Damn Good Nearshore Fishing Charters In The Long Island Sound

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 nearshore trips in the Long Island Sound, and the most popular trips in the area are Fishing Long Island Sound guided by Matt, Light Tackle guided by Rick, and Inshore Charter guided by Dennis.

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Looking for kid friendly nearshore guides / fishing lessons in the Long Island Sound? Check out our beginner and family friendly nearshore guides in the Long Island Sound.

The most commonly sought after species for nearshore fishing are: 1. fluke, 2. striped bass, 3. tautog, 4. bluefish, and 5. scup.

The most common fishing techniques in the Long Island Sound are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and heavy tackle fishing but light tackle fishing and fly fishing are popular as well.

Prices for nearshore fishing in the Long Island Sound can range anywhere from about $600 to $1,800, but the average price for a half day trip for nearshore fishing in the Long Island Sound is $1,038. The average price for a full day trip for nearshore fishing in the Long Island Sound is $1,380.

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 nearshore fishing in the Long Island Sound is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

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