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Gloucester, Massachusetts
Deep Sea Fishing in Gloucester
8 charter boats in Gloucester, Rockport and Newburyport that run offshore and deep sea trips, listed A to Z with their boats and published prices. Call the captain directly – we never take a commission.
The boats
Gloucester deep sea fishing charters, A to Z
Every boat here lists offshore, reef or wreck trips on its own published trip menu. Confirm the trip, the price and what is included before you book.
Beauport Fishing Adventures
St. Peter's Square, Two Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Haddock, Cod, Pollock, Halibut, Striped bass, Bluefish, Mackerel, Shark
Coastal Fishing Charters
Gloucester
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Striped bass, Bluefin tuna, Haddock, Cod, Pollock, Redfish, Bluefish, Shark
Gloucester Charter Connection
Gloucester
Targets: Bluefin tuna, Haddock, Striped bass, Bluefish
Gloucester Fleet
Cape Ann's Marina Resort, 75 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930
Sweet Dream Sport Fishing Charters
Gloucester
Targets: Bluefin tuna, Shark, Cod, Haddock, Pollock, Halibut
Tuna Hunter Fishing Charters
Cape Ann Marina, 75 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930
Targets: Bluefin tuna, Striped bass, Cod, Haddock, Flounder, Bluefish, Shark
Tuna Tail Charters
Cripple Cove Landing, 79 East Main St, Gloucester, MA 01930
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Bluefin tuna, Striped bass, Cod, Haddock, Bluefish, Pollock, Mackerel, Redfish
Yankee Fleet
1 Parker Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
Targets: Haddock, Pollock, Cod, Cusk, Hake, Redfish
Listed alphabetically – this is not a ranking. Updated October 2026. All 10 operators: Gloucester fishing charters.
What to expect
Deep sea fishing in Gloucester at a glance
Offshore and deep sea trips run past the beaches to reefs, wrecks, ledges and open water for bigger fish. Expect longer runs, more swell and longer trips – full days are common.
- Trip lengths these boats publish: Full day (8 hours or more) – 6; Half day (about 4 hours) – 5; Three-quarter day (about 6 hours) – 3; Overnight or extended – 2.
- Fish they list most: Haddock, Cod, Pollock, Striped bass, Bluefish, Shark, Bluefin tuna, Redfish.
- Group size: most of these boats that publish a limit take up to 6 guests (the largest up to 55).
- Coast Guard license: 3 of 8 show the captain’s US Coast Guard license on their own site.
Offshore water is rougher than the bay. If you get seasick, read how to avoid seasickness on a charter before you go, and check the Gloucester wind forecast – the captain always makes the final weather call.
Prices
What deep sea fishing costs in Gloucester
Calculated from the private-trip prices these boats publish, as of October 2026. Prices are for the whole boat, not per person; tips and fish cleaning can be extra.
| Trip | Median | Range | Boats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private half day (about 4 hours) | $814 | $450 – $850 | 4 |
| Private full day (about 8 hours) | $1,400 | $1,250 – $1,600 | 5 |
More: fishing charter prices across the US · half day vs full day.
Questions
Deep sea fishing in Gloucester: questions
How much is deep sea fishing in Gloucester?
Among 4 boats that publish a private half-day price, the median is $814 (from $450 to $850), and the median full day is $1,400. Prices are for the whole boat. Confirm the price and what is included when you book.
What fish can you catch deep sea fishing in Gloucester?
The fish these boats list most often are Haddock, Cod, Pollock, Striped bass, Bluefish, Shark. What bites depends on the month – see the season calendar.
Is deep sea or inshore fishing better in Gloucester?
Inshore trips are calmer, shorter and better for kids and first-timers; offshore trips run farther for bigger fish and take more time. Gloucester also runs inshore trips: 8 inshore guides. Inshore vs offshore explained.
Does Gone Fishing HQ take a commission?
No. You book with the captain directly by phone or on their own website, and they keep 100% of the trip price.
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