Winhole Charters runs fully guided angling trips out of New York City, offering a thrilling, hands-on light tackle experience in local waters. The business specializes in targeting bay and ocean Striped Bass, Fluke, and Bluefish, with the ability to accommodate parties of up to 2 people fishing for Porgies (Scup), Sea Bass, False Albacore, and Blackfish as well.
Techniques include bottom fishing, fly fishing, jigging, popping, and spinning, depending on the target species — notably, no bait is used in this style of fishing, a distinctive approach compared to most local charters. Trips run aboard an 18-foot Parker boat with room for up to 2 anglers at a time, keeping the experience personal and focused.
Every trip includes light custom rods and Shimano Stradic reels, with the captain handling all fishing license requirements. Guests keep any legal species caught, and bottled water is provided (guests are welcome to bring their own drinks and snacks); full-day trips include light snacks and soft drinks. The charter is child-friendly, welcoming young anglers for a fun fishing adventure, and offers discounts for veterans and active military.
With 2 reviews at a 5.0 average, Winhole Fishing Charters has built a strong early reputation for its distinctive, small-group light tackle approach.
For anglers in the NYC/Rockaway area looking for a personal, no-bait light tackle fishing experience, Winhole Fishing Charters offers a distinctive small-group operation aboard an 18-foot Parker.
