The fall run is one of the most exciting times of year to target striped bass, as cooling water and abundant bait bring aggressive fish into coastal waters throughout the Northeast. Captain Mike Roy shares his approach to finding stripers by following bait, birds, current, and structure while adapting presentations throughout the water column. From topwater plugs and soft plastics to vertical jigs and live bunker, learn how to make the most of the fall migration and target everything from feeding schools to trophy striped bass.
Experience world-class striped bass fishing along the Connecticut coast, where glacial boulder fields and strong tidal currents create prime habitat for trophy stripers. From explosive topwater action at first light to live bait fishing around rocky structure, Long Island Sound offers some of the best striper fishing opportunities in the Northeast. Using premium tackle from Shimano, G. Loomis, and PowerPro, anglers can effectively target big bass in challenging terrain. Whether you're casting artificial lures or fishing live bunker, Connecticut striped bass fishing delivers unforgettable summer action.
Early-season striped bass fishing in the Northeast is all about finding slightly warmer water and matching the natural forage. As water temperatures approach 50 degrees, striped bass become more active around mudflats, river mouths, and channel edges, creating some of the best opportunities of the season. Soft plastic jerkbaits, natural color patterns, and presentations that work with the current can be extremely effective during this time of year. Paying attention to moon phases, tides, and bait movement can make all the difference when targeting spring stripers.
