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Drift sand, edges, and structure for Rhode Island summer flounder.
Rhode Island Fishing Charters · Skip's Dock
From Skip's Dock, the 31-foot Regulator cruises at 37 knots—less time running out and more time fishing. Fish Point Judith, midshore bluefin grounds, the Northeast canyons, and Rhode Island's seasonal striped bass and bottom-fishing waters.
Serious water. Clear mission.
Slack Tide's Point Judith fishing charters depart from Skip's Dock, close to the ocean and well placed for Rhode Island fishing. Spend less of your charter running to the fishing grounds and more time with lines in the water. The day's plan follows the season, latest bite, forecast, and what your crew wants to chase.
Target species and trip plans vary with conditions, regulations, and fish movement.
Charter menu
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An extended run to canyon water with daylight and after-dark opportunities. Built for crews who want the full offshore experience.
A focused offshore day built around productive water, temperature breaks, deep structure, and the current canyon bite—including golden tilefish when conditions and regulations align.
A full day tuned to the moving bluefin bite, with the daily game plan set by conditions and the most recent fishing intelligence.
Fish the migration around Point Judith, the rips, and nearby structure when striped bass push through Rhode Island waters.
Drift productive Rhode Island bottom and work local structure for fluke and black sea bass and golden sea bream—a hands-on trip with steady action and excellent table fare.
Set a chum slick and fish heavy tackle on a Rhode Island shark fishing charter from Skip's Dock near Point Judith. Every trip is planned around current conditions, regulations, and responsible handling.
The Boat
The 31-foot Regulator cruises at 37 knots, helping shorten the run from Skip's Dock to the fishing grounds. Spend less of your charter underway and more time fishing productive water.
Cruise speed and trip timing vary with weather, sea conditions, and load.
Ask about a canyon trip →Rhode Island bottom fishing
Inshore bottom-fishing charters put your crew over productive Rhode Island grounds for fluke, black sea bass, and golden sea bream. We plan the day around the season, conditions, current regulations, and the best available bite—so new anglers and experienced crews can spend more time actively fishing.
Ask about bottom fishing ↗Drift sand, edges, and structure for Rhode Island summer flounder.
Work rocky bottom and wrecks for hard strikes and excellent eating.
Target productive bottom and structure for another hard-fighting catch.
The Northeast season
Dates are recommendations, not promises—the ocean sets the schedule.
Spring
Striped bass along Rhode Island’s coastal grounds and early offshore opportunity.
Summer
Midshore bluefin and canyon trips for yellowfin, wahoo, marlin, and bluefin.
Fall
Striped bass on the move, bluefin on the feed, and canyon windows when weather allows.
The long run
Northeast canyon fishing rewards preparation, patience, and the willingness to stay with productive water. Day trips keep the mission tight. Overnight trips unlock the full cycle—from the evening bite through first light.
Start planning →Course and destination change with weather, water, and the fish.
Home port
Skip's Dock sits on Point Judith Pond near the ocean. The short run out means less time traveling to the fishing grounds and more time fishing.
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Safety first.
Every trip.
U.S. Coast Guard Safety Notice
Offshore fishing and boating involve inherent risks. Every trip is subject to weather, sea conditions, vessel readiness, applicable federal and state requirements, and the captain’s sole judgment. The captain may delay, change, shorten, or cancel a trip when safety requires.
All guests must follow the captain and crew’s instructions. Passengers must wear a properly fitted U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket whenever directed. Please disclose medical, mobility, or swimming concerns before departure and understand that offshore trips may involve rough seas, changing weather, fatigue, and limited access to emergency care.
Slack Tide Sport Fishing is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Coast Guard. This general notice does not replace applicable laws, official regulations, or instructions given aboard the vessel.
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