Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis) — sea-fishing target species in Cape Cod & Southern New England

Striped Bass in Cape Cod & Southern New England

Morone saxatilis

USA — Massachusetts & Rhode Island

Striped Bass in Cape Cod & Southern New England, USA — Massachusetts & Rhode Island: peak season Apr-Jun, Oct-Nov. Typical marks: surf beach, rocky shore, sandbank.

Season in Cape Cod & Southern New England

Peak
Apr-Jun, Oct-Nov
Good
Mar, Jul, Sep
Possible
Dec-Feb, Aug

Bait & technique

Recommended bait
Lugworm, Ragworm, Prawn / Shrimp
Top techniques
Float fishing

About this coast

Typical marks
surf beach, rocky shore, sandbank, inlet, offshore wreck
Tidal character
Mesotidal (moderate tidal range)
Water character
Cool-temperate waters (< 17 °C summer peak)

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