Caught a Striped Bass Inshore in Portsmouth

Fishing Charter with Captain Sean Tracey – Rates & Booking

Captain Sean Tracey of Fish Taco on Sunday July provides expert-guided striped bass fishing charters departing from Portsmouth Marina. Our 4-hour trips focus on productive inshore waters including Little Bay and the Piscataqua River, where we target stripers using live mackerel bait and light tackle techniques. All fishing gear, bait, and tackle are included in your charter rate. Licensed and experienced, Captain Tracey knows these New Hampshire waters intimately and adjusts tactics based on current conditions and fish activity. Book your Portsmouth fishing charter online or call to reserve your spot for an authentic New England fishing experience.

Highlights of Charter Fishing Portsmouth | 4HRS Striper and Mackerel Fishing

Experience the thrill of hooking into hard-fighting striped bass in Portsmouth's premier fishing waters. Our charters utilize live mackerel bait caught fresh on Sabiki rigs, giving you the best chance at landing trophy-sized stripers. Captain Tracey's local expertise shines as we work different spots around Little Bay, adjusting our approach based on fish movement and feeding patterns.

The 4-hour format provides ample time to locate active fish while keeping the trip accessible for families and first-time saltwater anglers. Recent trips have produced quality stripers in the 28-inch range, with consistent action throughout the summer months when these fish are most active in our local waters.

Local Species Insights: Striped Bass

Striped bass are the crown jewel of New England inshore fishing, and Portsmouth's waters offer excellent opportunities to target these powerful gamefish. These fish move into Little Bay and the Piscataqua River system during summer months, following schools of baitfish like mackerel and herring. Stripers are known for their aggressive strikes and determined fights, making them a favorite among both novice and experienced anglers. In Portsmouth waters during July, we typically find them in 15-30 feet of water around structure and current breaks, where they ambush prey. The key to success is using fresh live bait and understanding their feeding patterns, which Captain Tracey has mastered through years of fishing these local waters.

Plan Your Fishing Charter Day

Your Portsmouth fishing adventure begins at Portsmouth Marina with convenient parking available in the grass lot across the street. Captain Tracey provides all necessary fishing equipment including rods, reels, tackle, and fresh bait. Our boat is equipped for safe, comfortable fishing with capacity for small groups, ensuring personalized attention and instruction. We typically start early morning to take advantage of prime feeding times, spending the first part of our trip catching live mackerel bait before targeting stripers. The 4-hour duration allows for thorough coverage of productive fishing areas while maintaining an enjoyable pace for anglers of all experience levels.