It might not be the famous “Scarborough fair” from the old songs, but Scarborough’s fishing scene is something definitely worth talking about. If you’re looking for a place that offers great fishing diversity but isn’t too crowded, then this little town in the south of Maine is right up your alley.
With the Scarborough and Nonesuch Rivers on one side and the abundant Atlantic Ocean on the other, it’s not hard to figure out why Scarborough is an excellent angling destination. From May–October, you can hit the inshore water and fish for Striped Bass and Bluefish. There are also a lot of streams and creeks where you can hook a nice Trout or Smallmouth Bass.
If you prefer ocean fishing, then summer is the best time to stop by Scarborough. For passionate bottom anglers, Pollock, Haddock, and Cod are very popular catches here. Bluefin Tuna make their appearance in June, and for the next couple of months, you can chase them in the bluewater. Shark fishing is also popular, so anything from Thresher to Porbeagle is in the cards.
There are plenty of Scarborough fishing charters to choose from, and a lot of them offer specialized trips, so you can take your pick in what you’d like to target. Inshore jaunts are fun if you’re coming with kids, and full day trips allow you to go for your daily limit. Tuna expeditions can last 10 or more hours and are reserved for more experienced anglers.
You’ll probably meet your guide close to Town Landing or the Boat Launch on the Nonesuch River. From there, your Scarborough fishing trip can begin, and chances are, it will be a memorable one!