Slack Tide sportfishing boat running offshore from Rhode Island

Offshore from Point Judith

Rhode Island
Shark Fishing Charters

Run offshore from Ram Point Marina for a seasonal shark fishing trip built around the water, the weather, and the current bite. Set the slick, fish serious tackle, and be ready when the ocean comes alive.

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DepartureRam Point Marina
AccessPoint Judith
Boat40′ Cabo Express

Rhode Island offshore shark fishing

Set the slick.
Hold on.

Slack Tide runs shark fishing charters from Wakefield, Rhode Island, with quick access through Point Judith Pond to Rhode Island Sound and offshore grounds. The plan is adjusted for water temperature, bait, recent activity, sea conditions, and your crew’s experience.

Trips use offshore tackle and a chum-focused approach. Species availability changes throughout the season, and every trip follows current federal and state regulations with responsible handling as the priority.

Shark swimming beside the boat during a Slack Tide offshore fishing trip
Shark fishing off Rhode Island.

The trip

Built for offshore.

A serious Rhode Island shark charter with room, range, and diesel power.

01

Find the water

Run to productive offshore water using current conditions and fishing intelligence to shape the day.

02

Set the spread

Build a chum slick and deploy heavy tackle suited to powerful sharks and changing offshore conditions.

03

Fish the Cabo

The 40-foot Cabo Express and twin MAN 800 diesels provide the platform for the run and the fight.

Trip questions

Rhode Island shark charter FAQ

Where do shark fishing charters leave from?

Trips depart from Ram Point Marina at 2 William Schmid Drive in Wakefield, Rhode Island, near Point Judith and Narragansett.

What shark species may be encountered?

Depending on the season, water, and regulations, possible encounters include blue, mako, thresher, porbeagle, brown, and hammerhead sharks. No species or catch is guaranteed.

Can first-time anglers book a shark fishing trip?

Yes. The trip can be planned for mixed-experience crews, with the approach, tackle, and safety expectations explained before and during the charter.

How do I plan a trip?

Call or text (330) 495-6569, or use the charter inquiry form with your preferred date and crew size.

Safety first.
Every trip.

U.S. Coast Guard Safety Notice

Safety comes before the bite.

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.

Target species, seasons, possession, and handling requirements may change. Trip plans always remain subject to current regulations and conditions.

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