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Long Island Sound Fishing

Long Island Sound Fishing

Long Island Sound was created naturally by ice sheets tearing a deep gouge in the land that is now Connecticut over 22,000 years ago. Sea levels rose from the gouge, which caused fresh and saltwater to mix, creating Long Island Sound. US Congress recognized the sound as an Estuary of National Significance in 1985. Long Island Sound is the most used estuary in North America, and is a favorite destination of many fishermen.

A mixture of marine fish and anadromous fish inhabit Long Island Sound, providing ample options in fish to target. Some of your top options from inshore Long Island Sound fishing are Atlantic Croaker, Flounder, Spotted Seatrout, Striped Bass, and Bluefish. Nearshore species that you could target while Long Island Sound fishing include Spanish Mackerel, Black Sea Bass, and Tautog. Many different species of sharks also inhabit this body of water. You could catch them just about anywhere, but your higher chances are nearshore and offshore. Other types of fish that are commonly caught offshore include Bigeye Tuna, Blue Marlin, Mahi-mahi (Dolphinfish), Yellowfin Tuna, and Swordfish.


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Target Species of Fish

Based on historical data for fishing Long Island Sound, you should target one of the following species for this time of year:

  1. Tautog

    2. Tautog

    There is a 40.46% catch rate for Tautog, based on 15038 Tautog counted.

    Long Island Sound Tautog Counts Chart
    Tautog

    ENLARGE LONG ISLAND SOUND TAUTOG COUNTS CHART


  2. Striped Bass

    3. Striped Bass

    There is a 17.79% catch rate for Striped Bass, based on 6613 Striped Bass counted.

    Long Island Sound Striped Bass Counts Chart
    Striped

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  3. Sand Seatrout

    4. Sand Seatrout

    There is a 8.43% catch rate for Sand Seatrout, based on 3132 Sand Seatrout counted.

    Long Island Sound Sand Seatrout Counts Chart
    Sand

    ENLARGE LONG ISLAND SOUND SAND SEATROUT COUNTS CHART


  4. Black Sea Bass

    5. Black Sea Bass

    There is a 5.03% catch rate for Black Sea Bass, based on 1870 Black Sea Bass counted.

    Long Island Sound Black Sea Bass Counts Chart
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  5. Winter Flounder

    6. Winter Flounder

    There is a 3.8% catch rate for Winter Flounder, based on 1411 Winter Flounder counted.

    Long Island Sound Winter Flounder Counts Chart
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  6. Bluefish

    7. Bluefish

    There is a 3.5% catch rate for Bluefish, based on 1301 Bluefish counted.

    Long Island Sound Bluefish Counts Chart
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  7. Spotted Seatrout

    8. Spotted Seatrout

    There is a 3.13% catch rate for Spotted Seatrout, based on 1162 Spotted Seatrout counted.

    Long Island Sound Spotted Seatrout Counts Chart
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  8. Red Snapper

    9. Red Snapper

    There is a 2.89% catch rate for Red Snapper, based on 1073 Red Snapper counted.

    Long Island Sound Red Snapper Counts Chart
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  9. Scup

    10. Scup

    There is a 2.23% catch rate for Scup, based on 827 Scup counted.

    Long Island Sound Scup Counts Chart
    Scup

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  10. Cunner

    11. Cunner

    There is a 1.43% catch rate for Cunner, based on 531 Cunner counted.

    Long Island Sound Cunner Counts Chart
    Cunner

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Recommendations above based on 93 species of fish and 37166 fish counted for November around Long Island Sound.

To date, there are 178 species of fish and a total of 2747110 fish counted for Long Island Sound and within a 30 mile (48 km) radius since 12/31/1844 (179 years).

Last Update: 11/30/2023 10:52:25 AM

*** PLEASE NOTE ***
Please check local, state/province, and federal laws before fishing for any species found on this site. All data is based on historical data found for this area, and in some cases as far back as the year 1600.

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The Top 10 Fishing Spots for Long Island Sound are the following:

  1. WALCOTT WRECK

  2. Patchogue Grounds
    Patchogue Grounds is a rocky area that is well known for catching Bluefish, Sea Bass, and Cod. Can hold lots of eels.

  3. Shinnecock Reef

  4. The Boat

  5. Sugar Barge

  6. Herod Point Shoal
    Herod Point Shoal

  7. wreck-5460

  8. Nates Spot
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  9. wreck-5735

  10. Summer Flounder5

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Top Long Island Sound Bait & Tackle Stores

  1. Surfcaster Co

  2. Chasing Tails Bait and Tackle
    With no shortage of knowledge and expertise, coupled with a fully stocked store front...you'd be hard pressed not find what your looking for, or perhaps be introduced to new gear and strategies, to bring home the fish your after.
  3. J&H Outlet Inc

  4. Burnett's Marina-Bait & Tackle

  5. J&J Sports Inc
    Welcome to J&J Sports-Patchogue Fishing Center's commerce store JJsportsfishing.com. For all your fishing tackle needs.

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Top Long Island Sound Fishing Charters & Guides

  1. Celtic Quest Fishing
    We offer Daily Open Boat trips for all fish in season. We are also available for private charters and parties for groups up to 100 people. All Rods, Bait and tackle are included with your fare.
  2. Captain Fish Port Jefferson
    Professional fishing charter business for hire. Novice to experienced, family,friends and kids welcome aboard! Full service charter boat fishing will take you fishing for the day. All supplies included. 2-4 people recommended, but up to 5 passenger l
  3. Hooked on Fishing Charters
    Hooked on Fishing Charters offers private fishing charters out of Stratford CT. Captain Rick Dayhuff fishes Long Island Sound as well as the surrounding bays, harbors and rivers. The main targets are striped bass, bluefish, fluke, porgies, blackfish,

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Top Long Island Sound Marinas

  1. Caswell Cove Marina
    Caswell Cove Marina is a private marina catering to its slip owners and our seasonal slip renters. Newcomers are welcome, we have approximately 70 slips available for seasonal rental and also have select slips available to purchase. We cater only to
  2. West Cove Marina Co-Op

  3. Ralph's Fishing Station & Marina

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