Long Island, Metro NY - East End Fishing Reports

From the Ebb Tide reminded me that their schedule for May and June is now available on our website!! Be it a new trip or old staple, they promise they’ll be something for everyone! The schedule includes 3/4 day fluke/striper combos leading the way in May every day Monday-Sunday 7a.m. -1 p.m. They will only be half day fishing Mother’s Day and Memorial weekends. Striper snipers will get their sunset shots starting with Fridays and Saturdays 5 - 9p.m. in May and then adjusting to 5:30-10 p.m. five nights a week in June when the big girls roll in. And then there’s the world famous squidinator trips they will be sailing for squid seven days a week in May, Sunday -Wednesday 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. and Thursday through Saturday they’ve added an 8 hour trip 10 p.m. – 6 a.m. that’s sure to be a basket filler. They’ll begin half day fishing on weekends in June, continuing their 3/4 day combo weekdays. And towards the end of June they’ll start their Block Island Full Day trips.

Captain Keith from the Fin Chaser said to find out more information about his trips that he will be offering, visit www.myfinchaser.com or call (516) 643-0940. They’re planning on starting out the year inside Peconic Bay for porgies during the month of May.

Captain John from Fishemlite Charters let me know he’s going to the keys from April through mid-May. He’ll be back in Montauk fishing for stripers, bluefish and fluke during that time of the year.

Captain Savio from Fishooker Charters reported a splash date by the end of the month for his boat. He’ll be running for early season stripers in Montauk.

Mike from the Lazy Bones told me to call ahead for information at (631) 668-5671 for 2024 trips.

The crew from Montauk Marine Basin told me no report yet but you can check out their services by calling (631) 668-5900 or visiting marinebasin.com.

Captain Tom from the Sea Wife IV told me Give him a call at (631) 680-1025 to book a trip. Captain Sal from the Moondance in Montauk reported Call the Captain at (917) 601-4548 to book your next charter.

Star Island Yacht Club let me know to call (631) 668-5052 or visit starislandyc.com to reserve dockage or see what else they have to offer.

Captain Mark from the Montauk Star let me know If you’re interested in fishing with them during 2024 please call (631) 872-5185. They also got their Montauk Star hoodies back in stock by popular demand. Give him a ring if you’re interested in picking one up.

Captain Ken from My Joyce said they are looking forward to the season and can’t wait to take you fishing for fluke, bass and more! Call Capt. Ken today to book your trip at (516) 641-2138 or go online to www.myjoycefishing.com

Captain Pete from My Mate let me know for best rates and dates give him a call at (917) 543-3115 to book with him for the 2024 season.

Jill from the November Rain said to give them a call at (646) 335-7315 to book a trip for the upcoming season.

Down at West Lake Marina they told me tog season is now open but they have not heard much due to the cold temperatures still. Still no word of the first stripers of the season out that way either.

Captain Sean from Tailwrapped Sportfishing told me they’re booking fast for the season. Contact them at (631) 510-8245 to see what dates they have left or visit tailwrapped.com to see the type of trips they have to offer.

Captain Steve from Top Hook Fishing told me you can book with him by calling (516) 658-6812.

From the Viking Fleet of Montauk Capt. Dave reported Give them a call at (631) 668-5700 or reserve your spot at vikingfleet.com.

Montauk Anglers Club let me know they’re a full service marina located in the northeast corner of Lake Montauk across the street from the Montauk airport. Visit montaukanglersclub.com for more information on what they have to offer.

Scott from East End Bait and Tackle said “striped bass season is finally upon us and we are hearing rumors of schoolie sized fish being caught in our surrounding waters. Nothing definitive but if I were to guess, try targeting the back bay areas of the Peconic bay. Water temps are still a bit chilly and should begin to warm quicker as our night time temperatures are beginning to moderate. The weakfish made an early appearance last spring, so I would expect to see the same again this year. The best bet for the coming weeks would be to target the back bay shallower areas where the waters get a chance to warm a bit more under the daytime sun. Soft plastic baits and bucktails fished just off the bottom should work well for the lethargic fish in the cold water. Shop is open seven days, Mon-Sat 8-6 and Sun 8-3. Make sure you get your gear in for service or repairs while the wait is short.

Captain John of Shinnecock Star let me know the boat is going in the water and will be ready for beginning of May fishing. Call (631) 728-4563 to book a trip with the boat.

Capt. Phil Kess of the Fishy Business in Orient also told me that he will begin sailing in early May targeting porgies and stripers. Capt. Phil is now accepting charters for the 2024 season. To get in on the action, give Capt. Phil a call at (516) 316-6967.

Capt. Rich of the Nancy Ann in Orient reports he will begin sailing the first week of May chasing stripers, scup and weakfish. Rich suggests that if you have not yet booked your trips for the 2024 season, now is the time to do so as dates will fill fast. There is still availability each month with the exception of blackfish season which is fully booked. You can give Rich and his wife Nancy a call at (631) 477-2337.

Capt. Paul of the open boat the Peconic Star in Greenport will begin the season targeting big Peconic Bay scup and weakfish on May 1st and sailing daily from that date forward at 7:30 a.m. from the Greenport Railroad Dock. For more information, call Capt. Paul at (631) 522-2002 or Capt. Speedy at (516) 551-4548.

Liz at Mattituck Fishing Station in Mattituck reports that they will be open in early May. Liz and Charlie still have a few boat slips available for the season. Please note that the station is located just one block from the DEC boat ramp where Charlie and Liz have all the bait and tackle needed for a great day on the water.

Craig from WeGo Bait and Tackle in Southold reports the shop is open and are carrying all your bait needs as well as tackle. Fish wise, Craig reports bunker and squid continue to spill into the bay, especially towards Flanders Bay which is quite common this time of year. A few small stripers are being taken at the tip of the Peconic River with poppers and deep diving plugs duping the majority of fish. With porgy season debuting in a couple of weeks, interest will be storming with the annual spring run of sea scup along with shots at weakfish.