September 7, 2026
Harbor roundup: shoulder season settles in
Montauk, NY
Source
Montauk Fishing Journal staff
Fewer cars on the Montauk Highway, more room at the rail. The shoulder season has its own rhythm, and the crews that run year-round tend to prefer it.
Conditions and trip schedules change quickly at this time of year. Call the boat before you drive out.
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.
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