Rhode Island fishing reports
91 reports for Rhode Island — what's biting, water temps, and where to focus.
Stripers Push Deeper as Full Moon Marks Summer Shift in Narragansett Bay
Saltwater Edge Blog's June Full Moon forecast signals the seasonal transition is underway: striped bass are pulling out of their spring inshore haunts and moving toward deeper, cooler oceanfront water. On The Water's June 26 striper migration map corroborates the shift, with bigger bass now concentrating on sand eels, squid, bunker, and herring as the regional fishery pivots from spring to summer mode. Back inside the bay, Saltwater Edge reports scup, black sea bass, and fluke have settled into their usual summer holding spots. Squid fishing had been exceptional through mid-June; Saltwater Edge's New Moon forecast described both squid and striper action as "fantastic," but that same forecast predicted squid would begin tapering off by the full moon. No NOAA buoy data was available for this report cycle, so check local stations for current water temps before launching. This week's full moon tides and fast-moving rips set up well for working bass on structure.
Stripers and Squid Stay Hot in Narragansett Bay Through Full Moon Weekend
Striped bass and squid fishing have been the standout story in Rhode Island this June, and heading into the June 28 full moon, both are still producing. Saltwater Edge Blog's recent new-moon forecast noted that water temperatures have been staying cool through the second half of the month — an unusual grace period keeping fish active longer than typical. Per Saltwater Edge, the striper bite has been "fantastic" with no signs of slowing, and the squid fishery is equally strong. On The Water's June 26 migration update confirms bigger bass are now keyed on sand eels, squid, bunker, and herring as the spring run shifts into summer patterns. Full-moon tides will run strong this weekend, creating aggressive nocturnal feeding windows on rips and structure throughout Narragansett Bay. Scup, black sea bass, and fluke are settling into their usual summer spots per Saltwater Edge. Plan your tides and get on the water.
Doormat Fluke Running Deep as Narragansett Bay Enters Summer
Captain Mike Littlefield is hunting sand eels over deep structure for doormat fluke in Rhode Island waters, per On The Water's recent report on big summer flounder in Little Rhody. That deep-water fluke pattern lines up with typical late-June conditions in Narragansett Bay, where summer flounder push to cooler offshore structure as water warms. On the striper front, OTW Saltwater's final spring migration report of 2026 — dated June 23 — indicates the main push has moved north toward Maine, with Captain Lou Tirado describing an early-summer bite taking shape there. OTW Surfcasting's concurrent piece on the state of striped bass acknowledges a mixed picture coast-wide: fish are present but results depend heavily on location and timing. No live buoy or gauge data was available for this report. First Quarter moon supports active feeding windows around tidal turns. Bluefish and scup round out the typical summer Bay species mix for late June.
Stripers on Squid Are Red-Hot as Narragansett Bay Enters Summer Mode
Rhode Island's striper bite is firing on all cylinders heading into late June. The Saltwater Edge Blog reports that striped bass have been feeding heavily on squid — both inshore and around the bay — with the most consistent action at dawn and dusk, though fish are catchable during daylight too. Booked Off Charters confirms excellent bass fishing on every window wind allowed them offshore, with large schools of sand eels and squid fueling the bite. For anglers chasing cows, Snug Harbor Marina points to Block Island as the week's standout address for bigger fish. Squid remain abundant for shore and boat anglers alike, day and night, per the Saltwater Edge. Fluke fishing is a different story: both Booked Off Charters and the Frances Fleet describe the flatfish bite as a real grind, with bait plentiful on the grounds but keeper counts running well below what's typical for this point in June.
Stripers and squid firing strong as Narragansett Bay heads into summer
Per The Saltwater Edge (RI), striped bass are firing on squid during the low-light hours of dawn and dusk, with reports of consistent action for both shore and boat anglers throughout Narragansett Bay. Squid schools remain stacked, and that bait concentration is keeping fish in the area. The picture is more mixed for summer flounder: Booked Off Charters described fluke as "a real grind," with only a dozen or so keepers on recent trips despite abundant bait including large schools of sand eels and squid. The Frances Fleet echoed that sentiment, noting fishing is "behind where it should be for this time of year." On a brighter note, Snug Harbor Marina reports larger black sea bass showing up along the beaches and good numbers of scup on the move. Block Island is drawing the biggest stripers right now, per Snug Harbor. Water temperatures have stayed cool, per Saltwater Edge, sustaining the bass and squid bite but likely delaying the fluke push.
Stripers Hot on Squid Around Block Island as Fluke Grind Continues
The Saltwater Edge reports excellent striped bass action on squid in Rhode Island waters, with the most consistent bite locked to early-morning and late-evening low-light windows. Tony Guarino of Booked Off Charters described striper fishing as 'excellent' on trips not canceled by mid-week winds and rough Saturday seas. Snug Harbor Marina points to Block Island as the spot for larger fish, with local Bay action solid but Block the clear destination for size. Fluke has been the frustrating counterpoint: Booked Off is seeing only around a dozen keepers per trip, and the Frances Fleet reports fishing running behind schedule for late June despite large schools of sand eels and squid on the grounds. On the positive side, black sea bass are on the uptick along beaches, and scup are showing in good numbers — the Frances Fleet also notes a growing mix of keeper sea bass among the fluke, a promising sign.
Narragansett Bay Stripers Shift to Summer Patterns on Sand Eels
On The Water's June 19 striper migration map reports that bigger bass across the Northeast are concentrating around sand eels, squid, bunker, and herring as the spring run transitions into summer patterns — a shift that historically pulls through Narragansett Bay's rip lines and rocky structure by the third week of June. OTW Surfcasting cautions that the picture varies sharply by location: striper fishing 'can feel as good as it's ever been — or as tough as it's been in years — depending on where you're standing,' making local knowledge and tide timing decisive. No live buoy or gauge data was available for this report, so water temperature and current readings could not be confirmed; check NOAA's Narragansett Bay stations before launching. Fluke and black sea bass are typical mid-summer additions to the Bay's target list, and bluefish may push into surface blitzes alongside stripers wherever bait schools concentrate.
Stripers and Squid Running Strong as Narragansett Bay Stays Cool
Per Saltwater Edge Blog (RI)'s June New Moon forecast, the second half of June is delivering across the board for Rhode Island anglers. Water temperatures have stayed cooler than normal for late June, and that cold-water window is keeping both the striper bite and the squid fishery firing. Saltwater Edge calls both "fantastic" with no signs of slowing, and notes the cool stretch could hold for another couple of weeks. On The Water's June 19 Striper Migration Map adds that bigger bass are now concentrating around sand eels, squid, bunker, and herring as the spring run transitions into summer patterns. For Narragansett Bay anglers, the First Quarter moon brings moderate tidal pulls, solid conditions for structure fishing during tide transitions. Bonito and false albacore are not yet on scene; a Saltwater Edge post this week details the failed 2026 RI proposal to add guardrails for both species, leaving no bag limits currently in place.
Stripers and Squid Both Rolling as Cool Water Holds in Narragansett Bay
Saltwater Edge Blog (RI) kicked off the second half of June with a clear verdict: both striped bass and squid fishing have been 'fantastic' in Rhode Island, and neither bite is showing signs of slowing. Cool water temperatures are the driving factor. Saltwater Edge notes surface temps have been holding lower than typical for mid-June, a condition that benefits both species and is expected to continue for another couple of weeks. On The Water adds a notable wrinkle: underwater footage from guide Chris McIntee shows brown sharks actively moving through striper schools in Southern New England, a reminder that big-fish anglers should plan accordingly. The OTW Saltwater migration report from June 16 highlights summer baitfish patterns and the June moons as key shaping factors, with a direct recommendation to beef up terminal tackle when into 30-plus-pound bass. With the new moon arriving June 17, strong tidal swings are setting up prime early-morning windows across the bay.
RI Stripers and Squid Both Running Hot Around the June New Moon
Per Saltwater Edge's June new moon forecast, both striped bass and squid fishing out of Rhode Island have been "fantastic" and are "not showing signs of slowing down." Water temperatures in the Bay have been running cool for the season, which is keeping both species active and local rather than pushing them north ahead of schedule. On The Water's June 12 striper migration map confirms bass remain spread from New Jersey to Maine, with the new moon's big tidal swings expected to keep pushing fish and bait toward summer spots. The squid bite, in particular, has been a standout, though Saltwater Edge notes it may ease as water temperatures eventually climb. With conditions favoring multiple inshore species simultaneously, the week of the June new moon is shaping up as one of the better mid-summer fishing windows Rhode Island anglers will see.
Stripers and Squid Running Hot as Narragansett Bay Hits Peak June Form
Saltwater Edge (RI) is calling both the striper and squid bite "fantastic" heading into this week's new moon, with cool water temperatures showing no signs of warming quickly enough to slow either down. Per the Saltwater Edge June new moon forecast, that thermal pattern may hold for another couple of weeks, giving anglers targeting both species in Narragansett Bay a long productive window. On The Water's June 12 striper migration map places bass spread widely from New Jersey to Maine, and notes that the new moon coupled with building tidal swings should continue pushing fish and bait toward summer feeding zones. Saltwater Edge notes that the second half of June is typically when Rhode Island's full suite of options comes online, and by local accounts, conditions are tracking to deliver. Squid action has been particularly strong, though it will taper as water temperatures eventually climb through the summer.
Stripers and Squid Running Strong as New Moon Hits Narragansett Bay
Narragansett Bay is delivering on two fronts this week. Per Saltwater Edge Blog (RI), both the striped bass fishing and squid fishing have been 'fantastic' heading into the June new moon, with neither showing signs of letting up. Cool water temperatures have persisted longer than usual this season, a condition Saltwater Edge notes is keeping both fisheries productive well past their typical peak window. The new moon arrived June 15, and On The Water's June 12 striper migration map confirms bass remain spread from New Jersey to Maine, noting that 'new moon and big tides this weekend should continue to move bass and bait toward summer haunts.' The second half of June traditionally opens additional options in Rhode Island waters, making this a strong window to be on the water. No NOAA buoy readings were logged for this report cycle; water temperature is reported qualitatively as cooler than average for mid-June.