Essex River, Massachusetts, fishing charter, salt fly fishing, bluefish,

 Essex River fishing Charter

Specializing in flyfishing and light tackle for striped bass & bluefish

Seafly Charters is a saltwater fly and light tackle guiding service for people who choose to fish the beautiful waters of Cape Ann Massachusetts. Captains Andrew Bishop and Captain Barry Richards take clients to spectacular hot spots on the Essex River, Halibut Point and the Flats of Crane Beach for Striped Bass and Bluefish.

Captain Barry Richards

(above right) has been fishing for over 40 years. He grew up onthe Hudson River in New York and moved to Essex in 1973 where he has been exploring and fishing the coastal waters of the Cape Ann area ever since.

Captain Barry is licensed by the U.S.C.G. and he is currently a member of the Northeast Chartersboats Captains Association, United Fly Tyers and Coastal Conservation Association (CCA). When Captain Barry is not fishing or tying flies you can find him in his Essex studio doing his renowned stained glass work.

Seafly Charters provides top of the line tackle for its clients including custom tied flies by Captain Barry for the Cape Ann area. This summer, Captain Barry will be fishing the waters of Boston's North Shore, mainly the Essex River and surrounding waters.

Striped Bass Fishing

It wasn't so long ago that our local waters held very few stripers for the sport fisherman, due to overfishing. However, after years of strict federal regulations and size restrictions the Atlantic fishery is healthy and thriving. From early May thru late October the Essex River and surrounding waters offer some of the best stripped bass fishing in the northeast thanks to its abundant bait supply and diverse bottom structure. Whether you present your favorite fly or lure these fast-moving feeders will not disappoint you. And when the Bluefish arrive midsummer, put on your wire leader and hold on. Few thrills equal the excitement of these silver torpedoes!

The Sea Otter: Fish and explore the backwaters of the Essex River and surrounding coastline aboard the Sea Otter, a 1999 19ft Key West sport fisherman powered by a 90hp Honda motor. The boat is equipped with a GPS, VHF marine radio, fishfinder, cell phone and safety equipment. The Sea Otter is outfitted with Thomas and Thomas Rods and Bauer Reels.

Directions: Essex is located 25 miles north of Boston.
From the South: Take Rte. 1 north to Rte. 128 north. Take 128 north to exit 15. At the end of the exit, take a left onto Rte. 114. Take Rte. 133 into Essex and take a left at the first stop sign. Continue for 1/2 mile to Perkins Landing on the right hand side.

From the North and West: Take interstate 95 to Rte. 133 east to Essex. Bear left at the Village Restaurant, go over the river, Perkins Marina will be on your left.

What to Bring: Anglers should come prepared with rain gear, appropriate clothing, sunglasses and a hat. A camera is recommended.

Essex River Fishing Rates 

Half Day $300  Full Day $400
Each Additional Person $50.
(includes food, beverages and casting instruction)

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