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. 4d ago

    Offshore Fleet Gears up Post Nor'easter | Northeast Offshore Report September 30th 2026

    In this week’s Northeast Offshore Fishing Report, the biggest story is the lack of fishing reports following the powerful nor’easter that hammered the Northeast and kept offshore boats tied to the dock. Rough seas, strong winds, and difficult conditions made getting offshore nearly impossible for much of the past week. Now, the weather is finally ironing out and improving conditions are opening the door for boats to return to the canyons and offshore tuna grounds. As the fleet gets back on the water, anglers will be looking to pick up where they left off, targeting bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, swordfish, bigeye tuna, and other offshore species. Subscribe to On The Water for weekly Northeast fishing reports, offshore updates, and more. 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_ks Honda Marine: The Official Outboard of The Northeast Offshore Report! https://marine.honda.com/dealer-locator Liquid Ice Energy Drinks: https://www.liquidiceenergy.com/ Raymarine: https://www.raymarine.com/en-us Huk: 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/

  2. Sep 23

    Rum Front's A'Comin' | Northeast Offshore Report September 23rd 2026

    A major nor’easter is about to put the Northeast offshore fishery on hold—but the storm could also be exactly what the tuna grounds need. This week on the Northeast Offshore Report, we break down the latest offshore action from New England through the Mid-Atlantic, including the growing signs of bluefin activity north of Cape Cod, strong giant bluefin action from Shinnecock to Montauk and off Point Judith, and what’s happening across the canyons. The nor’easter is expected to shut down the offshore fishery for several days, but the prolonged northeast blow could dramatically change the water and push key offshore features into a better position. After an unusually slow September in areas like the Hudson Canyon, the big question is whether this storm finally turns things over and sets up a stronger fall tuna fishery. We also look at:• Giant bluefin showing up close to shore• Bluefin reports north of Cape Cod• Bonito and striped bass activity in Cape Cod Bay• The latest canyon tuna, swordfish, marlin and mahi reports• Why October could be an important month for Northeast bluefin• What anglers should watch for once the storm clears Plus, the latest Canyon Runner report on the offshore fishery and what could happen after the blow. ⚓ Batten down the hatches, watch the weather, and we’ll see what the fall fishery looks like on the other side. Subscribe to On The Water for weekly Northeast fishing reports, offshore updates, and more. #NortheastOffshoreReport #BluefinTuna #TunaFishing #OffshoreFishing #NewEnglandFishing #CanyonFishing #StripedBass #OnTheWater

  3. Sep 16

    A Butterfish Fall | Northeast Offshore Report September 16th, 2026

    This week, giant bluefin tuna are still biting, with nearly 1,000-pound fish being caught off the Northeast. We break down the latest bluefin action from Cape Cod, Long Island, and the surrounding grounds, plus where recreational anglers are finding success—and where the fishing remains frustrating.With the weather window narrowing as we move deeper into September, the mixed-bag offshore fishery is worth paying attention to. Find the right water, locate the bait, and be ready for whatever shows up.#NortheastOffshoreReport #OffshoreFishing #BluefinTuna #YellowfinTuna #Mahi #TunaFishing #NewEnglandFishing #LongIslandFishing #CanyonFishing #OnTheWater

  4. Sep 9

    Fall is HERE | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report September 9th, 2026

    This week, Jimmy Fee and Cheech break down the current offshore bite. Recreational bluefin tuna fishing has been slow, while giant bluefin fishing remains consistent from Stellwagen Bank to the waters off Chatham and Rhode Island. They also discuss where the next push of tuna could show up as September gets underway, plus the latest from the canyons. In this week's report:• Recreational bluefin tuna fishing remains slow • Giant bluefin continue to provide consistent action • Stellwagen Bank, Chatham, and Rhode Island updates • Where bluefin could show up next this fall • The latest canyon fishing reports• Marlin, wahoo, and offshore opportunitiesGet the latest Northeast offshore fishing reports from On The Water every week. 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_ks Honda Marine: The Official Outboard of The Northeast Offshore Report! https://marine.honda.com/dealer-locator Liquid Ice Energy Drinks: https://www.liquidiceenergy.com/ Raymarine: https://www.raymarine.com/en-us Huk: 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/ Subscribe to On The Water for weekly fishing reports, how-to videos, gear reviews, and the latest fishing action from the Northeast.

  5. Sep 2

    500-Pound Swordfish Sets New Maine State Record | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report Sept. 2nd 2026

    In this week’s offshore fishing report, Anthony DeiCicchi and Matt Haeffner break down some of the incredible catches happening across the Northeast. Highlights include a new Maine state-record swordfish weighing more than 500 pounds, as well as an impressive shore-caught cubera snapper from the surf off Nantucket. Capt. Deane Lambros of the Canyon Runner team also joins the report with an update on offshore fishing conditions from North Carolina to Maine. Recent fishing has produced mixed results, with an unproductive lunar cycle making tuna fishing more challenging while creating favorable conditions for marlin and other billfish. The latest offshore catches include blue marlin, white marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, and bigeye tuna, with some of the better tuna action occurring around prominent offshore points and along the 20- to 30-fathom curve. The report also covers the latest sea surface temperature (SST) patterns, water movement, and offshore conditions throughout the Northeast. As warmer water edges continue pushing east, conditions in the Hudson Canyon area could improve, potentially setting the stage for better tuna and billfish fishing in the coming days.Watch this week’s Northeast offshore fishing report for the latest information on swordfish, tuna, marlin, billfish, and offshore fishing conditions from Cape Cod, Nantucket, the Hudson Canyon, and beyond. 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: The Official Outboard of The Northeast Offshore Report! https://marine.honda.com/dealer-locator Liquid Ice Energy Drinks: https://www.liquidiceenergy.com/ Raymarine: https://www.raymarine.com/en-us Huk: 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/

  6. Aug 26

    Biggest EVER Blue Marlin Caught on the East Coast | Northeast Offshore Fishing Report August 26 2026

    On The Water’s Jimmy Fee and Matt Haeffner discuss the latest in offshore fishing, including the record-setting blue marlin caught off the coast of Massachusetts. Jimmy Fee headed to the docks to photograph and get an up-close look at the incredible 1,260-pound blue marlin caught by Captain Damon Sacco aboard the Castafari. The massive blue marlin was weighed in at MacDougalls at Falmouth Harbor, making for an unforgettable moment in Massachusetts offshore fishing history. In this offshore fishing report, Jimmy and Matt break down the latest offshore action from bluefin to blue marlin fishing and the incredible catch that has everyone talking. 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-us Huk: 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/

  7. Aug 20

    On and Off Rec Bite | Northeast Offshore Report August 19, 2026

    Jimmy and Cheech recount their first trip out on the tuna grounds

  8. Aug 12

    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

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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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