Atlantic Cod Fishing Charters

Atlantic Cod is a legendary Northeast fish that has been a cornerstone of party boat fishing from Massachusetts to Maine for generations. These cold-water bottom dwellers offer reliable action and some of the best white fish you will ever taste.

Party boats target Cod over rocky bottoms, wrecks, and deep ledges in depths of 60 to 300 feet. Clams, squid, and jigs tipped with natural bait fished on the bottom produce the most fish. Cod are aggressive feeders that often hit on the drop, and double hookups are common when you find a school.

Cod are strong, steady fighters that use their weight and broad body to resist being hauled up from deep water. Most fish run 5 to 15 pounds, with jumbo cod exceeding 30 pounds. The fight from deep water is a real workout, and the bigger fish require patience and steady pressure.

Atlantic Cod is one of the finest table fish in the world. The thick, white, flaky fillets are mild and sweet, perfect for traditional fish and chips, baking, or broiling. Cod has been a staple of New England cuisine for centuries, and there is nothing quite like fresh cod caught on a party boat trip.