October 19, 2026
Montauk fishing report
Striped bass, black sea bass and blackfish
Montauk, NY
7 reports from 6 sources in and around Montauk. Striped bass showed up in 4 of them.
striped bassblack sea bassblackfishfalse albacoresquidmackerelporgy
Gold: in season in New York today.
Who reported what
- Double D ChartersCharter
Capt. Daniel Giunta
striped bassblackfish - Fishooker ChartersCharter
Capt. Savio Mizzi
squidmackerelfalse albacore Matt Broderick
striped bassblackfishblack sea bassporgyfalse albacoresquid- Montauk Anglers ClubBait & tacklestriped bassblackfishblack sea bassfalse albacore
Capt. Mike
striped bass- Viking FleetParty boatporgyblack sea bass
- Viking FleetParty boatsquidmackerel
Compiled from public trip reports. We list the boat, the date and the fish each source names, and link to the original for everything else. Nothing here is a catch guarantee: call the boat before you drive out.
Keeping fish? Today's New York limits
| Species | Today | Minimum size | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Striped bassInline circle hooks are required when fishing with bait. | Open | Slot: 28"–31" | 1 | April 15–Dec. 15 |
| Blackfish (tautog)NY Bight Region limits. Long Island Sound has its own tautog rules. | Open | 16" | 4 | April 1–30; Oct. 15–Dec. 22 |
| Black sea bass | Open | 16" | 6 | May 16–Dec. 31 |
| Porgy (scup) | Open | 11" on boats; 9.5" from shore | 30 | May 1–Dec. 31 |
From NYSDEC's saltwater regulations (rules last changed May 12, 2026; we checked them on November 4, 2026). This is a summary, not legal advice. Other states and federal waters have their own rules. Check NYSDEC before you keep a fish.
Recommended
Tackle
- Montauk Inlet OutfittersBait, rigs and local advice by the inlet.
- Star Island Ship's StoreRods, reels and in-house rigging; reels spooled while you wait.
- Montauk Marine BasinBait and tackle on West Lake Drive.
Charters
- Viking FleetOpen-boat party trips out of Montauk Harbor.
- Viking Private ChartersPrivate bookings for groups on the same docks.
- Star Island charter fleetDirectory of captains and boats working from the marina.
Gear
- Star Island foul weather gearBoots, rain gear and sunglasses for a day on deck.
- Montauk Marine Basin marine supplyCoolers, ice, lines and boat supplies before you leave the dock.
Recommended links are editorial; we are not paid for them.