Black Sea Bass Fishing in Boston

Known for their tough fight and excellent table fare, black sea bass are a staple for inshore anglers. They are a schooling species, often found congregating around structure like rocky reefs, bridge pilings, and shipwrecks. This behavior makes them predictable, but also requires anglers to be precise with their presentations to reach the schools. They are opportunistic feeders, readily striking at a variety of baits and artificial lures.

Catching black sea bass is a hands-on experience. We primarily target them by drifting over productive bottom structure. Using jigs, often tipped with bait like squid or clams, is a very effective method. Live bait, such as small crabs or shrimp, can also entice larger specimens. The key is to keep your bait or lure near the bottom where these fish tend to hold. When you book a charter with us, your fishing guide will focus on finding the most active schools.