Boothbay Harbor, ME Fishing Trip — April

Your Boothbay Harbor, ME Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 54°F / Low 37°F6.2" rain · 16 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TautogGood
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
HaddockGood
Haddock
Various
CodGood
Cod
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
TunaGood
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
BluefishGood
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
FlukeGood
Fluke
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Bluefin TunaGood
Bluefin Tuna
Various

April Weather in Boothbay Harbor

54°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
6.2"
Rainfall
16
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

5 Guides Matched

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Boothbay Harbor

Activities for your non-fishing days

Maine Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$64
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Separate licenses for fishing, Atlantic salmon, and pheasant.

Buy License Online — Maine

Species Regulations

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:28-31 inch slot limit

Anglers must use inline circle hooks when using bait. Check for any emergency regulations or closures.

Tautog
Season:August 15 - December 31
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Check for any emergency regulations or closures.

Haddock
Season:Year-round, subject to federal regulations
Bag Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.
Size Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.

Haddock regulations are heavily influenced by federal fisheries management plans and can change frequently. Check current NOAA Fisheries regulations before fishing.

Cod
Season:Year-round, subject to federal regulations
Bag Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.
Size Limit:Varies based on federal regulations; often changes throughout the year.

Cod regulations are heavily influenced by federal fisheries management plans and can change frequently. Check current NOAA Fisheries regulations before fishing.

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