The Eastern Tip of Long Island

Where the Big Fish Are

Montauk, the fishing capital of the world is Mecca for people who love fishing. It offers unforgettable fishing experiences for everyone. Situated on the Eastern side of Long island, it is merely a two hour drive from New York City. Montauk has become the hot spot for fishing mainly because of its ideal geographical location. It is quite narrow and most parts of the place face the coast of Connecticut.

Fishing in Montauk is fun and you can easily catch up to 15 to 20 striped bass per day, all of them weighing more than 20 pounds in just a six-hour tide. The beaches are full of action. To make fishing a memorable experience, a number of fishing expeditions are offered in Montauk. There are a number of state parks which have fishing as the main attraction. Lighthouse is one of the most popular spots for fishing.

The fishing season in Montauk begins in the months of June, July and August where you can easily catch a big fish weighing from 15 to 40 pounds during the day time. But if you are targeting the bass of a lifetime, hire a charter or go on a party boat in a full moon night of July or August. There are high chances that you can get it on that day.

Montauk is an amazing spot for a single day or as an extended fishing vacation. Go on a head boat or a charter boat and enjoy fishing the entire day. If you are planning for a long holiday you can book a hotel or house boat and go fishing for days. There are a number of motels, hotels, and boats that can suit everyone’s pocket. Take a break from your hectic life and enjoy fishing with your family and friends in Montauk.