Cape Cod Fishing Guide — Charters, Surf Casting & What's Running

Cape Cod is one of the Northeast’s premier fishing destinations. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or picking up a rod for the first time, the Cape offers year-round opportunities for striped bass, bluefish, fluke, and offshore tuna. The combination of Atlantic waters, estuaries, and shallow flats creates diverse fishing scenarios within a small geographic area.

What’s Running by Season

Spring (April-May): Striped bass begin their migration northward as water temperatures warm into the 50s. Shad and herring runs trigger bass feeding. Fluke move into shallow waters. This is prime time for sight-casting in the bays.