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. 3d ago

    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/

  2. 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

  3. 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!

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. Jun 23

    Striper Migration Report | June 23rd, 2026

    In the final week of our 2026 Striper Migration Reports, Johnny McIntyre and Matt Haeffner sit down with Liam O’Neill and Jimmy Fee to share their observations from the entirety of the spring run, discuss some personal highlights and dark spots, and what's to come this summer as fish fill in to the north while bass in the central Striper Coast adjust to warmer water temperatures. Plus, we get an update from Captain Lou Tirado of Diamond Pass Outfitters out of South Portland, ME, who discusses a strong run of river herring in Vacationland, early-summer striper patterns as the fish exit the rivers, and the baitfish that are setting up from bays t beachfronts as the June full moon approaches. Book a trip with Diamond Pass Outfitters: https://www.diamondpassoutfitters.com/ Follow Capt. Lou Tirado on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diamond_pass_outfitters/ On The Water’s Striper Migration Reports are brought to you by: Z-Man Fishing Products: https://zmanfishing.com/ Grundens: https://grundens.com/ Canyon Runner: https://canyonrunner.com/ Garmin Marine: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/ SMITH Optics: https://www.smithoptics.com/en-us Seakeeper Ride: https://ride.seakeeper.com/ Cobia Boats: https://www.cobiaboats.com/ Quantum Fishing: https://www.quantumfishing.com/ FLIR: https://marine.flir.com/en-us Melton International Tackle: https://www.meltontackle.com/ Yo-Zuri: http://www.yo-zuri.com/ For more Striper Migration content, visit https://www.onthewater.com/ Follow On The Water Magazine on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/onthewatermagazine/ https://www.facebook.com/OnTheWater.Fishing Sign up for OTW’s Striper Cup: https://www.stripercup.com/

    Striper Migration Report | June 23rd, 2026

  7. Jun 16

    Striper Migration Reports | June 16th, 2026

    In Week 14 of our 2026 Striper Migration Reports, Johnny McIntyre is joined by Jimmy Fee to discuss summer baitfish patterns from Montauk to Maine, stripers settling into summer haunts like Eastern Long Island, and Block Island, and why it pays to beef up your terminal tackle when you’re into 30-pound-plus bass.     On The Water’s Striper Migration Reports are brought to you by:  Z-Man Fishing Products: https://zmanfishing.com/   Melton International Tackle: https://www.meltontackle.com/  Quantum Fishing: https://www.quantumfishing.com/  SMITH Optics: https://www.smithoptics.com/en-us  Yo-Zuri: http://www.yo-zuri.com/  Grundens: https://grundens.com/  Canyon Runner: https://canyonrunner.com/  FLIR: https://marine.flir.com/en-us  Garmin Marine: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/  Cobia Boats: https://www.cobiaboats.com/  Seakeeper Ride: https://ride.seakeeper.com/  For more Striper Migration content, visit https://www.onthewater.com/  Follow On The Water Magazine on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/onthewatermagazine/  https://www.facebook.com/OnTheWater.Fishing   Sign up for OTW’s Striper Cup: https://www.stripercup.com/

    Striper Migration Reports | June 16th, 2026

  8. Jun 9

    Striper Migration Report | June 9th 2026

    In Week 13 of our 2026 Striper Migration Reports, Matt Haeffner and Johnny McIntyre cover the influx of shortfin squid from Rhode Island to Cape Cod Bay before discussing the mix of bunker, mackerel, and sea herring in Boston Harbor, and the implications of a strong summer sand eel run from Massachusetts to Maine. It's the final days of the spring migration for Maryland and New Jersey, where stripers are only just beginning to settle into summer locations and patterns. Meanwhile, with spawned-out bass still exiting the Hudson River and a new moon this Sunday, anglers from Long Island Sound to Maine have some very good fishing to look forward to. On The Water’s Striper Migration Reports are brought to you by: Z-Man Fishing Products: https://zmanfishing.com/ Melton International Tackle: https://www.meltontackle.com/ Quantum Fishing: https://www.quantumfishing.com/ SMITH Optics: https://www.smithoptics.com/en-us Yo-Zuri: http://www.yo-zuri.com/ Grundens: https://grundens.com/ Canyon Runner: https://canyonrunner.com/ FLIR: https://marine.flir.com/en-us Garmin Marine: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/ Cobia Boats: https://www.cobiaboats.com/ Seakeeper Ride: https://ride.seakeeper.com/ For more Striper Migration content, visit https://www.onthewater.com/ Follow On The Water Magazine on Instagram and Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/onthewatermagazine/ https://www.facebook.com/OnTheWater.Fishing Sign up for OTW’s Striper Cup: https://www.stripercup.com/

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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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