● Fishing Charters
Summer
Summer brings peak fishing season to the Hamptons with warm waters, abundant bait, and the greatest diversity of species. From inshore light tackle action to offshore big game pursuits, summer offers something for every angler.
● Summer Fishing Charter Overview
What to Expect
Summer fishing in the Hamptons provides the most diverse and consistent action of the year. Warm water temperatures bring fish into full feeding mode, and the abundance of baitfish creates opportunities from the surf to deep offshore waters. Your summer charter can range from family-friendly bay fishing to serious offshore pursuits—we customize the experience to match your goals and comfort level.
We fish everywhere from the shallow flats of Shinnecock Bay to deep offshore structure 5-60 miles out, depending on your target species. Inshore trips focus on fluke, black sea bass, porgies, and striped bass with techniques ranging from bottom fishing to light tackle casting. For anglers seeking bigger challenges, we venture offshore for yellowfin tuna, bluefin tuna, thresher sharks, mako sharks, marlin, and the crown jewel of summer fishing – giant tuna ranging upwards of 1000lbs.
Summer conditions are generally favorable with calmer seas and longer days, allowing for extended trips and multiple fishing spots in a single outing. We take advantage of dawn and dusk feeding periods, Structuring our trips around tidal movements, and adjust our approach based on bait activity and weather patterns. Whether you're drifting for fluke, jigging for sea bass, or chunking for tuna, we provide the knowledge and equipment to make your day productive. Summer is the season to push your limits and experience the full spectrum of what the Hamptons fishery has to offer.
● Summer Fishing Species Overview
Targeted Species
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Summer
Fluke
Summer is prime time for Fluke, with fish actively feeding along sandy bottoms and channel edges. Drifting with bucktails, live bait, or berkley gulp produces consistent action. These flatfish provide excellent table fare and exciting fights.
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Bluefin & Yellowfin Tuna
Tuna fishing represents the pinnacle of summer offshore pursuits. These powerful pelagic gamefish require specialized tackle and technique. Chunking, trolling, and jigging in deep water produce explosive strikes. This is big game fishing at its finest, these species can range upwards of 1,000lbs.
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Striped Bass
Summer Striped Bass fishing usually involves live bait fishing in deeper water around the bay or coastal waters just outside the inlet. we will encounter large schools that can be cast to or sight casting in very shallow water.
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False Albacore (Albies), Bonito, & Spanish Mackerel
These micro pelagics arrive in late summer, providing exciting light tackle and fly fishing opportunities. These speed demons cruise shallow, coastal waters chasing baitfish. Sight-casting to feeding schools tests your skills and delivers heart-pounding action on lighter gear.
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Bluefish
Blues are abundant throughout summer, providing fast action and hard fights. These aggressive predators attack with abandon, making them perfect for beginners and kids. The hit poppers, jigs, and trolled lures with equal enthusiasm around bait schools and in the inlet.
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Sharks
Summer shark fishing offers adventure for anglers seeking something different. Species like Blues, threshers, and Makos patrol offshore waters. Whether catch-and-release sport fishing or looking to take one home for dinner, sharks provide powerful fights and memorable experiences.
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Black Sea Bass & Porgy
Sea bass and Porgy fishing peaks in summer around wrecks, reefs, and rocky structure. These bottom dwellers eagerly take jigs and cut bait. Their abundance and willingness to bite make them ideal for mixed-bag trips and family outings.
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Mahi Mahi
Often encountered while pursuing tuna, these “dolphin fish” are spirited fighters. Probably the most colorful fish we pursue, they are often caught on lighter tackle. This gives the the opportunity to showcase their aerobic skills.
● Spring Fishing Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
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Inshore fishing targets fluke, sea bass, porgies, and stripers in bays and nearshore waters within a few miles of shore. Trips are shorter, calmer, and ideal for families or those prone to seasickness. Offshore fishing ventures 5-60 miles out for tuna, sharks, mahi, and marlin. These trips are longer, more physically demanding, and offer bigger fish and greater adventure for experienced anglers.
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Early morning and late afternoon produce the best action as fish feed most actively during cooler parts of the day. Dawn departures allow us to capitalize on the morning bite, while evening trips catch the sunset feed. Midday fishing can still be productive, especially for bottom species like sea bass and fluke, but tidal movement often matters more than time of day for these species.
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While tuna fishing is more demanding than inshore trips, we welcome anglers of all levels. We provide instruction on tackle, technique, and fighting big fish. That said, offshore trips involve longer runs, potentially rougher conditions, and more physical exertion. If you're new to fishing, consider starting inshore to build skills before tackling the offshore game.
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Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and light breathable clothing—summer sun on the water is intense. Pack plenty of water and snacks. For offshore trips, bring seasickness medication even if you don't usually get sick. We provide all fishing gear, tackle, bait, and ice for your catch. Soft-soled, non-slip shoes are essential. Don’t forget the essentials like a camera and rain gear even if the forecast doesn’t call for it on longer trips.
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Absolutely. Summer's diversity allows for productive mixed-bag fishing. A typical inshore trip might yield fluke, striped bass, sea bass, porgies, and bluefish. We can structure trips to maximize variety or focus exclusively on one species—it's your choice. Offshore trips sometimes encounter multiple pelagic species. We adapt to what's biting and what you want to experience.
Ready to experience peak summer fishing in the Hamptons?
Contact us to book your summer charter and target the season's most exciting gamefish from the bays to the deep blue offshore waters.