Montauk - Eastern Long Island to RI, New York Fly Fishing Reports & Conditions
Reported by Capt. Ernie French
Smoothness in casting gives you the best loop.
Fishing Report Last Updated:
8 / 13 / 2018
Fishing Conditions
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| Captain Ernie French |
Fishing conditions: Most fishing is now out around Montauk. Fishing has picked up. Fish have moved into deeper water and are schooling. Weather is great.
Inshore temperature: 66 Degrees F
Offshore temperature: 66 Degrees F
Type of bait fish are feeding on: Mostly sand eels and small butterfish.
Fish species: Striped Bass and Blues
Fishing season: Mid May till November
Nearest airport: Islip Airport, Kennedy Airport
Recommended fly fishing leader: 9 Foot Leader
Recommended fly fishing tippet: 12 Lb. Tippet
Best fly fishing rod: 9' 9 Weight Fly Rod
Best floating fly line: Saltwater All-Rounder WF Fly Line
Best sinking fly line: Clear Sink Tip Fly Line
Montauk, Eastern Long Island To Rhode Island Description
Montauk Point and Gardiners Bay
Techniques & Tips
Sight fishing to schooling fish.
7-Day Forecast
Every day is different.
