Maine Striped Bass ~ Cod Rates

Fishing tactics include live lining baitfish, casting popping plugs, soft plastics, metal jigs with spinning rods as well as specialized “Butterfly” jigging techniques born and perfected on the Pacific Rim. We supply all the tackle necessary to subdue these powerful game fish. Come join Capt. John for the chance to land the fish of a lifetime. These exciting trips are in high demand and fill up fast so it is recommended you book early as possible.

Fly-casting trips are also available. The Captain can advise you on when the conditions are right for these trips. For fly fishing trips it is recommended that you are already familiar with casting sinking lines and lead head flies.

Inshore Striped Bass Rates

  • 1-4 anglers included 4 hours – $600
  • 1-4 anglers included 6 hours – $800 This is our most popular option. Gives ample time to catch fresh live bait and fish the best part of the tide
  • No Fishing License required
  • Additional angler – $75 (6 maximum)
  • Larger Parties can be accommodated with additional boat(s) Please book in advance whenever possible

Nearshore Ground Fish Rates (2026 Cod season Sept.1- Oct. 31)

  • 1-4 anglers Ground Fish 4 hours – $650
  • 1-4 anglers Ground Fish 6 hours – $850
  • No Fishing License required
  • Additional angler – $75 (6 maximum)
  • Larger Parties can be accommodated with additional boat(s) Please book in advance whenever possible

Cod/Striper combo trips Sept. 1 – October 31, 2026

  • 1-4 anglers Cod/Striper combo 6 hours – $850
  • No Fishing License required
  • Additional angler/s – $75 (6 maximum)
  • Larger Parties can be accommodated with additional boat(s) Please book in advance whenever possible
  • Cod limits are 1 per person 23″ or larger

In the special fall cod season we have the ability to make it to the cod grounds, and fish for striped bass on the same trip. Some of our most varied fishing styles combine to make for some very special days on the water. Cod limits while not always hit have at times been done in 30-45mins of fishing leaving ample time to catch live bait for the hungry migrating striped bass on the nearby coastline. We generally see more slot-sized and overslot stripers this time of year.

Policies

$250 DEPOSIT REQUIRED ON ALL TRIPS: Weather cancellations happen from time to time and are the decision of the captain based on unsafe conditions. Weather cancellations that we are unable to reschedule will receive a full refund. If you cancel less than 15 days before your booked date and the captain is unable to book another group in your place, you will forfeit your deposit. Keep in mind Capt. John is a professional guide whose lively hood depends on you keeping your dates.

Contact Capt. John Coppola for Availability Call or Text (207)542-3134 Email CaptJohnSF@gmail.com