Fishing Report
Monthly Report

Boston Saltwater Fishing Report - August 2026

Boston North Shore ChartersUpdated

The latter half of August brought a stronger run of fish, offering excellent sport fishing opportunities.

36Fish landed
10Best day · August 4
11Species we chase

How August fished

August kicked off with some enjoyable days on the water, providing a nice variety of fishing for those who came aboard. The conditions allowed for some solid recreational fishing, and we saw a good mix of species throughout the early part of the month. It was a pleasure to spend time out on the water, engaging in the pursuit of what the ocean offered.

As the month progressed, the fishing action picked up considerably. The latter half of August proved to be a more active period, with increased opportunities for anglers. We experienced days that really felt like sport fishing, where the action kept everyone engaged and moving. The variety of species encountered added to the excitement of these outings.

The days themselves offered a good range of experiences. Some outings were characterized by a steady, relaxed pace of recreational fishing, while others provided a more dynamic sport fishing feel with plenty of activity. We encountered a good mix of what the local waters had to offer, making for memorable times for everyone who joined us.

Throughout the month, the focus remained on providing a quality experience for our guests. Whether it was a dedicated fishing trip or combining angling with other activities, the goal was always a good day on the water. We saw a nice variety of what the ocean provided, and it was rewarding to see our guests enjoy their time.

What we target out of Boston

The species we build trips around.

Black bassBluefishFalse AlbacoreFlounderFlukeMackerelMahi MahiScupTautogTunaStriped Bass

Standout days

A few of the days that stood out in August.

Photos from August

What September looks like on Boston

September is the month we build the whole season around. Stripers stack up on bait pushing out of the harbor and the albies finally arrive in force, ripping line on the flats and rips. Tuna are still around offshore and the bottom fishing holds up fine, so we can run whatever fits the day.

Water temp

62-67°F

Striped BassFalse AlbacoreTunaScup

Best trip

Bluefish, False Albacore & Striper Trip, 8 Hours, $1100

Black bassBluefishFalse AlbacoreFlounderFlukeMackerelMahi MahiScupTautogTunaStriped BassBoston
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