NYC Sportfishing Charters

The charter specializes in:

• Trophy striped bass for much of the season
• Summer fluke (including large "doormat" fluke)
• Black sea bass and other bottom species
• Fall blackfish (tautog)

NYC Sportfishing Charters focuses on giving every group a shot at a trophy fish while keeping the trip comfortable and safe.

Captain

Captain Steve Cherry is a USCG-licensed captain with over 20 years of experience fishing New York Harbor, Raritan Bay, and nearby Atlantic waters. He is a striped bass specialist and regularly puts clients on fish up to and over 40 lbs. Captain Steve provides instruction and guidance for both experienced anglers and beginners.

Vessel

The primary vessel is the Rachel Rose, a 2520XL Parker Sport Cabin powered by a 225 HP Yamaha engine. The boat is a full-time charter vessel equipped with:

• Enclosed sport cabin
• Modern marine electronics
• Quality fishing rods, reels, and tackle
• Adequate deck space for small groups

All standard fishing equipment needed for the trip is provided.

Hourly Fishing and Harbor Tour Packages

• Custom hourly fishing and/or harbor sightseeing trips
• Designed around your group's needs and preferences
• Duration and exact trip plan are flexible
• Pricing: Call for current rates

Striped Bass Fishing Trips

• Target species: striped bass (primary), with possible bycatch such as bluefish and fluke depending on conditions
• Typical trip length: approximately 5 hours
• Maximum group size: 4 passengers
• Includes: gas, bait, tackle, ice, and fish cleaning services
• Gratuity for the mate is not included; a standard gratuity starts around 15% of the trip cost

Bottom Fishing (Seabass, Ling, Blackfish)

• Target species: black sea bass, ling, blackfish (tautog), and other bottom fish depending on season
• Typical trip length: approximately 6–8 hours
• Maximum group size: 4 passengers
• Includes: gas, bait, tackle, ice, and fish cleaning services
• Gratuity for the mate is not included

Fluke Trips

• Target species: fluke (summer flounder), including trophy "doormat" fluke in season
• Typical trip length: approximately 5–6 hours
• Maximum group size: 5 passengers
• Includes: gas, bait, tackle, ice, and fish cleaning services
• Gratuity for the mate is not included

Seasonality

• Fishing trips for multiple inshore species run roughly April through December, with specific target species depending on the time of year.
• Striped bass and fluke are primary warm-season targets; blackfish (tautog) are targeted in the late fall.

Note: This is the listed business address. Actual departure locations for trips may vary; confirm meeting and departure details directly with the captain when booking.

Service Area

• New York Harbor
• East River
• Raritan Bay
• Coastal waters off New York and New Jersey

Primary Phone

• (201) 388-1963

Use this number for bookings, pricing inquiries, and questions about available trip dates.

Website

• https://www.nycsportfishingcharters.com

Lists Atlanta, New York City, and Parker as a location. Names New Jersey, New York, and United States as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published.

• Use of the charter vessel Rachel Rose
• All fuel for the trip
• Standard bait and tackle
• Fishing rods and reels
• Ice for fish storage
• Basic fish cleaning services at the end of the trip

Mate Gratuity: Standard gratuity for the mate is around 15% of the cost of the trip and is not included in the base rate.

Group Size Limits

• Striped bass trips: up to 4 passengers
• Bottom fishing (seabass/ling/blackfish): up to 4 passengers
• Fluke trips: up to 5 passengers
• Harbor/fishing hourly packages: group size may vary; confirm when booking.

Experience Level

• Suitable for both experienced anglers and beginners
• Captain Steve offers instruction and guidance throughout the trip

Season and Conditions

• Trips generally run from April through December
• Target species and techniques vary with season and conditions

What to Ask When Booking

Because the website does not list prices or departure details, callers should confirm:

• Current trip pricing for the type of charter you want
• Available dates and departure times
• Exact departure location and parking details
• What you should bring (food, drinks, clothing, cooler, fishing license if required, etc.)

Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess.