Bluefish Fishing in Marlow Cove, MA

Hard-fighting and always hungry. Bluefish keep rods bent on the days the bass are picky, and kids love them.

About the bluefish

Yellow-eyed demons that destroy plugs and bait schools alike. Nonstop action when the blues are in.

Peak months: June to October.

Peak months are general guidance for the region, not regulations. Always check your state's current rules and ask us before you book.

June through October.

Bluefish (Pomatomus saltatrix)

How to identify: Blue-green back, silver sides and a black blotch at the base of the pectoral fin.
Size: Up to 31 pounds and 39 inches
Lifespan: Up to 12 years
Habitat: Temperate and tropical coastal oceans, favoring warmer water both inshore and offshore.
Range: U.S. Atlantic coast from Maine to eastern Florida.
Diet: Fish and squid, especially menhaden and silversides

Did you know? Large schools attack baitfish at the surface in a 'bluefish blitz', churning the water like a washing machine.

Want to chase bluefish?

Dates go fast in peak season; lock yours in early.