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Fishing Guides in New Hampshire

Cast 22 guides across New Hampshire. Maps, hours, contact info, photos, and verified operator profiles, all in one place.

White Mountains, lakes region, and 18 miles of Atlantic coastline.

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Fishing Guides in New Hampshire by Google rating

Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across the 17 of 22 guides in New Hampshire with 10 or more Google reviews. A blank cell means we do not have that detail yet.

GuideCityFishingRating
Harvester Fishing Charters, Rye, NHRyeInshore Fishing, Bass Fishing, Offshore / Deep Sea5.0142 Google reviews
Tim Moore Outdoors, LLC, Alton, NHAltonIce Fishing, Salmon & Steelhead, Trout Fishing +15.081 Google reviews
Catch Ya In A Bit Guide Service, Gilford, NHGilfordIce Fishing, Bass Fishing5.073 Google reviews
The Swift River Ghillie, North Conway, NHNorth Conway5.057 Google reviews
Captain Bobs Lobster Tours & Fishing Charters, Hampton, NHHampton5.049 Google reviews
TBC Guides, Hanover, NHHanoverBass Fishing, Ice Fishing, Fly Fishing5.024 Google reviews
Hooked on Salmon Fishing Charters, Concord, NHConcordBass Fishing, Trout Fishing, Salmon & Steelhead5.012 Google reviews
White Mountain Anglers, LLC, Dummer, NHDummer5.011 Google reviews

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Most-booked campgrounds in New Hampshire

Federal campgrounds in New Hampshire that Recreation.gov lists for fishing, ranked by how many times they were booked in fiscal 2025.

  1. 1

    Covered Bridge

    961 bookings
  2. Sugarloaf 2 Campground2

    Sugarloaf 2 Campground

    717 bookings
  3. 3

    Sugarloaf 1 Campground

    577 bookings
  4. Basin Campground4

    Basin Campground

    490 bookings
  5. 5

    Waterville Campground

    416 bookings

Bookings: Recreation.gov, fiscal 2025 (Oct 2024 to Sep 2025).

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About New Hampshire

New Hampshire packs a lot of fishing into a small map: White Mountain trout streams at one end, Atlantic salt at the other, and the big glacial lakes in between. The Lakes Region is the freshwater heart of it: Lake Winnipesaukee, Squam Lake, and Lake Winnisquam, where guides troll for landlocked salmon and lake trout and work the rocky shorelines for smallmouth and largemouth bass. Head north into the White Mountains and North Country and the water gets colder and wilder: rivers and small lakes holding brook trout, rainbows, and browns.

The salt is only ever a short drive away. Around Portsmouth, Rye, and Hampton, the Seacoast opens onto Great Bay and the Atlantic, and the charter fleet follows the fish: striped bass and bluefish pushing through the inshore water, cod and haddock on the offshore grounds, and bluefin tuna for the boats willing to run for them. Strong currents and varied bottom keep this stretch of coast productive, a compact shoreline that fishes far bigger than it looks.

The guides tie it together. New Hampshire's captains and guides carry the kind of local knowledge that takes decades to earn: where lake trout hold in deep glacial basins, which mountain pools hide wild brookies, when the tuna show. They bring the boat, the gear, and the current read on regulations and conditions, which is why a guided day here works as well for a first-timer as for an angler who has fished everywhere else.

Best time to go

When to fish in New Hampshire

May through October. Peak fall color late September.

Quick facts

Fishing spots mapped
1,541
Rivers mapped
177
Guides listed
22
Best season
May through October

Trip guide

Know before you go in New Hampshire

Confirm current requirements with the agency that sets them before your trip. Rules and fees change every season.

  • New Hampshire Fishing License

    All anglers 16 years of age and older must possess a valid New Hampshire fishing license to fish in the state's waters, whether freshwater or saltwater. That holds on a guided freshwater trip, but passengers on a licensed saltwater party or charter boat are covered by the vessel's own license and do not need their own saltwater license. Licenses are available for residents and non-residents.

    NH Fish and Game Department

  • Saltwater Angler Registry Program

    Recreational saltwater anglers 16 and older in New Hampshire must hold a New Hampshire recreational saltwater fishing license; holding that state license is what exempts NH anglers from the federal National Saltwater Angler Registry and its fee (the registry is not a substitute for the license). Anglers fishing aboard a licensed party or charter boat do not need their own saltwater license while fishing from that vessel. Your guide can advise on specifics.

    NH Fish and Game Department

  • Species-Specific Regulations

    New Hampshire has specific regulations regarding catch limits, length limits, and open seasons for various fish species in both freshwater and saltwater. These regulations can vary by body of water and change annually. Guided trip clients must adhere to these rules, and your guide will ensure compliance.

01Do I need a fishing license to go on a guided trip in New Hampshire?
Yes, every angler 16 or older needs a valid New Hampshire fishing license, guide or no guide. Fishing the salt? A New Hampshire recreational saltwater fishing license is required for saltwater angling, but passengers on a licensed party or charter boat are covered by the vessel's license and don't need their own.
02What types of fish can I expect to catch on a guided trip in New Hampshire?
Freshwater trips center on landlocked salmon, lake trout, smallmouth and largemouth bass, pike, and stream trout. On the coast, charters go after striped bass, bluefish, cod, haddock, and bluefin tuna, depending on season and how far out you run.
03What is typically included in the cost of a guided fishing trip?
Rods, reels, tackle, and bait or lures usually come with the trip, along with the guide's expertise and the vessel for boat trips. Inclusions vary from operator to operator, so confirm the specifics when you book.
04When is the best time of year to book a guided fishing trip in New Hampshire?
Depends on the fish. Spring and fall are the windows for trout, salmon, and striped bass; summer favors bass and the offshore grounds; winter belongs to the ice fishing guides. Ask about the prime window for your specific target.
05Are guided fishing trips suitable for beginners or families with children?
Yes: many New Hampshire guides work regularly with kids, families, and complete beginners. They handle instruction and safety and shape the day around the group. Just mention everyone's experience level when you book.
06What should I bring on my guided fishing trip?
Your valid license, seasonal layers, rain gear, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, snacks, drinks, and a cooler for any fish you keep. Gear is usually provided, but check with your guide for their specific recommendations.

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