What's Biting in Cape Elizabeth Right Now
Striped Bass
Excellentboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Haddock
GoodVarious
Bluefish
Goodsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Baiting
Fluke
Goodsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Drift Fishing, Jigging
Tautog
Goodsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Jigging, Live bait fishing
Tuna
Goodsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Baiting
Bluefin Tuna
GoodVarious
Cod
Goodsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Jigging
What to Bring
Check with Cape Elizabeth guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For offshore / freshwater Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
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For Your Target Species
For Offshore Fishing
For the Season
Things to Do in Cape Elizabeth
Activities for your non-fishing days
Maine Fishing License
License: Freshwater fishing license
Many waters have specific regulations for trout, including special catch-and-release areas and gear restrictions. Check the Maine Open Water and Ice Fishing Laws for details.