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Fishing Guides · Portland, ME

Fishing Guides in Portland

6 listings · ranked by rating & reviews · updated 2026

Fishing guides are the specialists - independent pros and outfitters who focus on a specific fishery and style, from bass on a local lake to fly fishing a trout river or wading the flats. Where a charter is usually about the boat and the trip, a guide sells expertise and hands-on coaching, and typically runs a smaller, more personal operation. Day rates commonly fall around $300-600 depending on the water, target species and whether the trip is walk-and-wade or from a boat, often for one or two anglers. Many guides provide rods, flies or tackle and hold the required licensing - always ask what is included. Compare a few, read the reviews, and confirm trip details, pricing and availability directly with the guide.

Below are 6 fishing guides listings in Portland, ME, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Mary May Charters (5★, 106 Google reviews).

Typical pricing

Typical US pricing: guided fishing trips commonly run about $300-600 per day depending on the water, species and whether the trip is wade or boat-based, usually for one or two anglers. Gear is often included - confirm current pricing, what is provided and availability with the guide.

See our full guide to fishing in Portland for neighborhoods, local pricing and how to choose.

Top fishing guides listings in Portland

  1. 1
    Mary May Charters
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    Mary May Charters

    Portland Me

    Fishing charter in South Portland, ME · 5★ (106).

    ★ 5 · 106View →
  2. 2
    Sebago Sport Fishing and Guide Service
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    Sebago Sport Fishing and Guide Service

    Portland Me

    Fishing charter in Raymond, ME · 5★ (96).

    ★ 5 · 96View →
  3. 3
    Morning Flight Portland Maine Fishing Charter
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    Morning Flight Portland Maine Fishing Charter

    Portland Me

    Fishing charter in South Portland, ME · 5★ (84).

    ★ 5 · 84View →
  4. 4
    Trident Fly Fishing
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    Trident Fly Fishing

    Portland Me

    Fishing store in Nasons Corner, ME · 4.5★ (57).

    ★ 4.5 · 57View →
  5. 5
    No Slack! Sportfishing Charters
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    No Slack! Sportfishing Charters

    Portland Me

    Fishing charter in Ferry Village, ME · 5★ (52).

    ★ 5 · 52View →
  6. 6
    All Points Fly Shop + Outfitter
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    All Points Fly Shop + Outfitter

    Portland Me

    Fishing store in Scarborough, ME · 4.7★ (52).

    ★ 4.7 · 52View →

FAQ

Fishing Guides in Portland - common questions

How many fishing guides are there in Portland? +
Lure Compass lists 6 listings for fishing guides in Portland, ME.
Who has the best-rated fishing guides in Portland? +
By Google review volume, Mary May Charters is the most-reviewed fishing guides listing in Portland (5★, 106 reviews). Rankings follow review count, not paid placement.
How much does a fishing guide cost? +
Guided trips commonly run about $300-600 for the day, with the price shaped by the fishery, target species, trip length and whether it is walk-and-wade or from a boat. Rates are usually for one or two anglers. Confirm current pricing, what is included and availability directly with the guide.
What is the difference between a guide and a charter? +
A charter generally centers on a captained boat and a set trip, often for larger groups, while a guide sells focused expertise in a specific fishery and style - bass, fly fishing, flats - typically for one or two anglers and sometimes on foot. The right fit depends on the water you want to fish and how hands-on you want the coaching.
How do I choose a fishing guide? +
Compare Google ratings and reviews, check that the guide specializes in the species and water you are after, and ask what gear is provided and what you bring. Reviews that name the guide and describe the coaching are a strong signal. Then confirm trip details, pricing and availability directly with the guide.
How much does a fishing charter cost in Portland? +
Portland charters generally run about $450-$1,400 depending on trip length and target. Inshore striper and mackerel trips sit at the lower end; full-day groundfish and bluefin tuna charters cost the most because of fuel and the long run offshore. Confirm the all-in price with the operator.
When is the best time to catch striped bass near Portland? +
Stripers typically show in Casco Bay from June through September, with the strongest fishing in July and August as bait piles up around the islands and river mouths.
Can you catch bluefin tuna out of Portland? +
Yes. Giant bluefin move within range in late summer and fall, and boats target them by trolling or chunking on full-day offshore trips. Availability depends on the fish and the weather.
What groundfish can you keep off Portland? +
Cod, haddock, pollock and cusk are the common bottom species on the offshore ledges. Regulations on cod and haddock change year to year, so ask the operator what is open.

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