Caught a trophy Striped Bass in Portsmouth

Fishing Charter with Sean Tracey – Rates & Booking

Captain Sean Tracey of Fish Taco offers Thursday July fishing charters targeting striped bass in the productive waters around Portsmouth. This 4-Hour Striper Fishing Trip provides everything you need for a successful day on the water, with a focus on live bait techniques that consistently produce results. The charter accommodates up to 2 guests, making it perfect for small groups wanting personalized attention and maximum fishing time. Captain Sean provides all necessary gear and shares his extensive local knowledge to put you on the fish. The meeting location is Portsmouth Marina (with convenient parking across the street in the grass lot).

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

This Portsmouth fishing charter specializes in targeting striped bass using proven local techniques. Captain Sean's approach involves catching live mackerel for bait, then strategically fishing the most productive areas based on tides, time of day, and seasonal patterns. The partly cloudy conditions on this trip created ideal fishing conditions, with less glare making it easier to spot activity on the water.

The highlight of this trip was landing a keeper-sized 29-inch striper using live-lined mackerel. These powerful fish put up an impressive fight, especially when hooked in the nutrient-rich waters around Portsmouth. Whether you're an experienced angler looking to target trophy stripers or a newcomer wanting to learn effective fishing techniques, Captain Sean tailors the experience to your skill level while maximizing your chances for success.

Local Species Insights: Striped Bass

Striped bass fishing around Portsmouth offers some of New England's most exciting inshore action. These powerful, line-stripping gamefish are known for their distinctive horizontal stripes and can grow to impressive sizes in these waters. During summer months, stripers move into the harbors, rivers and flats around Portsmouth following bait schools like mackerel.

The most productive techniques for Portsmouth stripers include live-lining mackerel, casting swim baits, or working structure with jigs. Water temperature plays a crucial role in striper behavior - as summer progresses, fish often move to deeper, cooler water during midday but feed actively during early morning and evening hours. Captain Sean's local knowledge ensures you'll be fishing the right spots at the right times based on current conditions.

Plan Your Fishing Charter Day

For your 4-hour striper charter with Captain Sean, plan to arrive at Portsmouth Marina a few minutes before your scheduled departure time. Wear comfortable clothes appropriate for the weather, including sun protection and non-marking shoes. The boat is well-equipped with all necessary fishing gear, safety equipment, and fish-finding technology.

While food isn't provided, feel free to bring snacks and drinks for your trip. A cooler is available for your catch if you plan to keep fish (following all current regulations). Captain Sean welcomes anglers of all experience levels and is happy to provide as much or as little hands-on instruction as needed to ensure you have a productive and enjoyable day on the water.