Northeast Offshore Fishing Report

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Weekly updates on the Spring Striped Bass Migration from On The Water Media's Matt Haeffner with input from expert striped bass anglers from along the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

  1. 2d ago

    Mid shore Yellowfin are HERE! | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report August 12, 2026

    The Northeast tuna bite is starting to take shape as we move deeper into August. This week, we break down the latest bluefin and yellowfin action from New Jersey through Long Island, Southern New England, the Cape, and the Gulf of Maine. The new moon is here, and reports suggest the backside could bring a major change in the offshore bite, with the canyons potentially firing back up and some of the best bigeye fishing of the season developing. We cover: 🎣 Bluefin & Yellowfin Tuna 60–70-inch recreational fish showing up on jigsYellowfin mixing with bluefin from New Jersey through Southern New EnglandLive squid and slow-worked soft plastics producingBig bluefin still being caught on live baitThe latest reports from Montauk, Long Island, and New Jersey🌊 Canyon Fishing Yellowfin concentrating around specific water-temperature and chlorophyll edgesShorter trips producing multiple fishMarlin and mahi becoming increasingly important offshoreWhat the new moon could mean for the canyon bite🐟 Gulf of Maine Bluefin action heating back up60–70-inch fish mixed in with giantsBait and surface activity producing some incredible opportunitiesRising water temperatures helping kick the bite back into gear🦈 Plus A giant bluefin caught on video smashing a mahiA sailfish caught incredibly close to shore off Cape CodThe latest mahi, marlin, and offshore activityNew offshore fishing technology and reports from the fieldThe Northeast offshore season is entering one of its most exciting stretches of the year. Find the bait, find the life, and be ready for the bite. Presented by On The Water Magazine. #TunaFishing #BluefinTuna #YellowfinTuna #OffshoreFishing #NortheastFishing #TunaFishingReport #NewEnglandFishing #CapeCodFishing #GulfOfMaine #CanyonFishing #OnTheWater

  2. Aug 5

    GIANTS everywhere | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report August 5th, 2026

    In this week's Northeast Offshore Fishing Report, Anthony DeiCicchi and Liam O'Neill break down the epic giant bluefin tuna fishing off Cape Cod, where monster tuna continue to feed aggressively. Meanwhile, recreational-sized bluefin tuna have become much harder to find east of Montauk. The world's largest billfish tournament, the White Marlin Open, returns August 3–8. Deane Lambrose of Canyon Runner shares the latest offshore fishing report from Ocean City, Maryland, including updates on tuna, marlin, and other offshore action. The Northeast Offshore Fishing Report powered by our friends at: Simrad by Kongsberg (Sonar AI0) : https://www.viam.com/kongsberg-sonarai/captchrisdonato?utm_source=otw&utm_medium=paidsponsor&utm_campaign=vmrk-otw-get-info&utm_content=lp_ks Honda Marine: Cruise Into Summer with Up To $2,000 in instant savings on Honda Outboards, The Official Outboard of The Northeast Offshore Report!https://marine.honda.com/promotions Liquid Ice Energy Drinks: https://www.liquidiceenergy.com/ Raymarine: https://www.raymarine.com/en-usHuk: https://huk.com/Okuma: https://okumafishingusa.com/Boat Mart: https://www.boatmart.com/Canyon Runner: https://canyonrunner.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopr5Qb-ZNJQlQ-KpizlhF1D-vS0B1n_YmeEoVsR_F-bcwa8TyIQ Seaguar: https://seaguar.com/

  3. Jul 29

    280 MILES of Bluefin Tuna | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report July 29th, 2026

    This week’s tuna report features an incredible update from the crew at Canyon Runner, highlighting an exceptional stretch of recreational bluefin tuna fishing from Cape May, New Jersey, to Montauk, New York. Anglers are finding schools of aggressive bluefin tuna spread across nearly 280 miles of offshore waters, with some of the best opportunities of the season unfolding right now. The biggest challenge has been finding a safe and fishable weather window to get offshore and target these hard-charging bluefin. Meanwhile, anglers around Cape Cod have been battling giant bluefin tuna, with fewer recreational-sized fish being reported closer to home. From New Jersey to New England, the bluefin tuna bite continues to evolve — and this week’s offshore tuna report breaks down where anglers are finding success.The Northeast Offshore Fishing Report powered by our friends at: Simrad by Kongsberg (Sonar AI0: https://www.viam.com/kongsberg-sonarai/captchrisdonato?utm_source=otw&utm_medium=paidsponsor&utm_campaign=vmrk-otw-get-info&utm_content=lp_ks)Honda Marine: Cruise Into Summer with Up To $2,000 in instant savings on Honda Outboards, The Official Outboard of The Northeast Offshore Report!https://marine.honda.com/promotionsLiquid Ice Energy Drinks: https://www.liquidiceenergy.com/Raymarine: https://www.raymarine.com/en-usHuk: https://huk.com/Okuma: https://okumafishingusa.com/Boat Mart: https://www.boatmart.com/Canyon Runner: https://canyonrunner.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopr5Qb-ZNJQlQ-KpizlhF1D-vS0B1n_YmeEoVsR_F-bcwa8TyIQSeaguar: https://seaguar.com/

  4. Jul 22

    Any Port in the Tuna Storm | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report July 22nd, 2026

    There's a school bluefin bonanza in New York and New Jersey, the giant fishing is lock and load in New England, and the canyons are still on fire. Plus, a rundown on the best tactics for simulator fishing. Simrad by Kongsberg (Sonar AI0: https://www.viam.com/kongsberg-sonarai/captchrisdonatoutm_source=otw&utm_medium=paidsponsor&utm_campaign=vmrk-otw-get-info&utm_content=lp_ksHonda Marine: Cruise Into Summer with Up To $2,000 in instant savings on Honda Outboards, The Official Outboard of The Northeast Offshore Report!https://marine.honda.com/promotionsLiquid Ice Energy Drinks: https://www.liquidiceenergy.com/Raymarine: https://www.raymarine.com/en-usHuk: https://huk.com/Okuma: https://okumafishingusa.com/Boat Mart: https://www.boatmart.com/Canyon Runner: https://canyonrunner.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopr5Qb-ZNJQlQ-KpizlhF1D-vS0B1n_YmeEoVsR_F-bcwa8TyIQSeaguar: https://seaguar.com/#tunafishing #yellowfintuna #offshore

  5. Jul 15

    Cape Cod Bay Blitzes | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report July 15th, 2026

    The tuna bite continues to evolve across the Northeast this week, with quality yellowfin showing up in the canyons and bluefin spreading from New Jersey to the Gulf of Maine. While the South of Block and Montauk bite has become more scattered, anglers willing to cover water are still finding success around whales, bait, and clean temperature breaks. Meanwhile, reports of recreational-size bluefin and giants pushing close to shore off Massachusetts have added a new level of excitement, with fish feeding on bunker, squid, and sand eels from Coxes Ledge to Cape Cod Bay and beyond.In this week's Northeast Offshore Fishing Report, Jimmy Fee and Anthony DeiCicchi break down where the tuna have moved, the latest reports from charter captains and tackle shops up and down the coast, what techniques are producing—from live squid to jig-and-pop to snag-and-drop—and where anglers should focus as the weather windows line up.📍 Reports from New Jersey, Long Island, Montauk, Block Island, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, and the Gulf of Maine.Have a report from your area? Drop it in the comments below!

  6. Jul 8

    Offshore Fishing Is Heats Up | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report July 8th 2026

    Tuna fishing is on fire from Maryland to New England, and judging by the water moving through the canyons, the good times should keep right on rolling. The Northeast Offshore Fishing Report is presented by: Simrad by Kongsberg (Sonar AI0: https://www.viam.com/kongsbergsonarai/captchrisdonatoutm_source=otw&utm_medium=paidsponsor&utm_campaign=vmrk-otw-get-info&utm_content=lp_ks Honda Marine: Cruise Into Summer with Up To $2,000 in instant savings on Honda Outboards, The Official Outboard of The Northeast Offshore Report! https://marine.honda.com/promotions Liquid Ice Energy Drinks: https://www.liquidiceenergy.com/ Raymarine: https://www.raymarine.com/en-usHuk: https://huk.com/ Okuma: https://okumafishingusa.com/Boat Mart: https://www.boatmart.com/ Canyon Runner: https://canyonrunner.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopr5Qb-ZNJQlQ-KpizlhF1D-vS0B1n_YmeEoVsR_F-bcwa8TyIQ Seaguar: https://seaguar.com/ #tunafishing #yellowfintuna #offshore

  7. Jul 1

    It's Setting Up to Be an EPIC Tuna Season | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report July 1st, 2026

    Tuna fishing is on fire from Maryland to New England, and judging by the water moving through the canyons, the good times should keep right on rolling. The Northeast Offshore Fishing Report is presented by:Simrad by Kongsberg (Sonar AI0: https://www.viam.com/kongsberg-sonarai/captchrisdonato?utm_source=otw&utm_medium=paidsponsor&utm_campaign=vmrk-otw-get-info&utm_content=lp_ksHonda Marine: Cruise Into Summer with Up To $2,000 in instant savings on Honda Outboards, The Official Outboard of The Northeast Offshore Report! https://marine.honda.com/promotions Liquid Ice Energy Drinks: https://www.liquidiceenergy.com/Raymarine: https://www.raymarine.com/en-usHuk: https://huk.com/Okuma: https://okumafishingusa.com/Boat Mart: https://www.boatmart.com/ Canyon Runner: https://canyonrunner.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopr5Qb-ZNJQlQ-KpizlhF1D-vS0B1n_YmeEoVsR_F-bcwa8TyIQ Seaguar: https://seaguar.com/#offshore #fishing #tuna

  8. Jun 24

    Yellowfin Galore in the Canyons | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report Jun 24th 2026

    Canyon fishing is off to a red hot start with yellowfin and bigeye. The midshore grounds are showing some signs of life with bluefin, but it's a long run to the best action.The Northeast Offshore Fishing Report is presented by:Simrad (AI): https://www.viam.com/kongsberg-sonarai/captchrisdonato?utm_source=otw&utm_medium=paidsponsor&utm_campaign=vmrk-otw-get-info&utm_content=lp_ksLiquid Ice Energy Drinks: https://www.liquidiceenergy.com/Raymarine: https://www.raymarine.com/en-usHuk: https://huk.com/Okuma: https://okumafishingusa.com/Boat Mart: https://www.boatmart.com/ Canyon Runner: https://canyonrunner.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopr5Qb-ZNJQlQ-KpizlhF1D-vS0B1n_YmeEoVsR_F-bcwa8TyIQ Seaguar: https://seaguar.com/Honda Marine: https://marine.honda.com/ #offshore #fishing #tuna

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Weekly updates on the Spring Striped Bass Migration from On The Water Media's Matt Haeffner with input from expert striped bass anglers from along the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

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