Fishing Charters in New York
Browse fishing charters in New York that can help you catch shortnose sturgeon.
Momentum Charters
Montauk, New York
Captain Nick Charters
Hampton Bays, New York
I'm Capt. Nick I do fishing charters in Suffolk County on Long Island. Fluke, striped bass, bluefish, and bay sunset cruises
Tide Hustle
Greenport, New York
Tide Hustle is an open boat and private charter fishing boat in Greenport, NY. Tide Hustle fishes for porgies, weakfish, striped bass, blackfish and other local fish. You can buy a single ticket or book the whole boat!
Lake Runner Charters
Hamlin, New York
Lake Runner charters offers Private Group and Family Fishing Charters for up to 6 passengers. Fishing Lake Ontario New York for Salmon, Trout, Kings and more.
Rebel Fishing Charters
Hilton, New York
Zrg Fishing
Chaumont, New York
Second Choice Charters
Montauk, New York
Nova Sport Fishing
Dunkirk, New York
Knot Right Fishing Charter
Westfield, New York
Fishooker Charter Service
Montauk, New York
Dixons To The Point Charters
East Hampton, New York
Fly Fishing in Montauk and the Florida Keys
Fin Alley Fishing Charters
Hampton Bays, New York
Fin Alley is an offshore fishing charter boat in Long Island, NY that targets bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, big eye tuna, albacore, mahi, and marlin.
Best Time to Catch Shortnose Sturgeon
Best months: May, June, July, August. Right now in June, activity is good.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Shortnose Sturgeon
Shortnose Sturgeon is a popular gamefish species.
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How to Catch Shortnose Sturgeon
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Shortnose Sturgeon Fishing Regulations in New York
Open Season
Closed
Daily Bag Limit
0
Size Limit
No possession allowed
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Shortnose Sturgeon is a federally endangered species. It is illegal to target or possess them.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the New York state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to catch Shortnose Sturgeon in Montauk, NY?
The best months for Shortnose Sturgeon in Montauk are May, June, July, August. As of June, activity is rated good.
What are the Shortnose Sturgeon fishing regulations in New York?
In New York, the season is closed, the daily bag limit is 0, the minimum size is No possession allowed. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the New York wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Shortnose Sturgeon in New York?
Freshwater fishing license. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
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