Nantucket Fishing Report—June 27, 2025

The Tight Lines Fishing Report is brought to you by Corey and Cam Gammill via Bill Fisher Tackle and Bill Fisher Outfitters. Visit their website, their shop at 127 Orange Street, or give them a call at (508) 228-2261.

Dear Fishermen and Friends,

Thank You, June… We Love You.

Lately, one feeling has overwhelmed me more than any other: gratitude. June has been nothing short of phenomenal — the kind of fishing that makes your soul feel full. I’m so thankful for this fishery and the abundance it has gifted us. Yes, we know warm water can push the bass deep quickly, but for now, I’m simply grateful for what we have… and wow, we have a lot.

As guides, we’re often complimented at the end of a trip — “incredible day,” “amazing fish,” “couldn’t have asked for more.“ I always respond with the same thought: give thanks to the fishery. Nantucket is a world-class fishery, and this spring, it’s living up to that title.

Boat Fishing Report

Bass are everywhere — and not just in quantity, but in variety. It’s not unusual to see fish from 25“ to 40“ on a single trip. Day after day, I’m amazed by what we are seeing. Blues are starting to fill in, especially on the East Side — from Great Point to Sankaty — and they’re big and aggressive. You’ll find them around the island, but that east-facing shoreline is the current hotspot.

As for stripers:

• Great Point is holding well.
• Monomoy rips continue to produce, especially early and late.
• The West End is loaded — bass under birds sipping juvenile sand eels.
• Southeast Corner? It’s alive with bait — and where there’s bait, there’s fish.

The Bait Buffet

This year’s bait spread is a dream:

• Squid — in all sizes, and lots of them (stripers lose their minds over it).
• Sea herring, sand eels, and even some bunker.

The predators are in full-on feast mode — and that’s precisely what they’re supposed to be doing. Remember, they’re not here for the beaches and pretty faces. They’re here to feed, and we are lucky to be in the middle of it all.

Beach Report

I saw a video this morning from Nate Skerritt — an absolute fishing machine. It was just him and a mess of bluefish at daybreak, not another soul around. That feeling? I know it well. It’s empowering. It’s pretty cool to be the only person out there. Be that person!

Bottom line: there are fish to catch from the beach — bass, blues, even bonito. This is the best June for Great Point that I can remember in years.

If you can get to:

• Great Point — go.
• If not, Nobadeer and Madequecham are holding.
• Smith’s Point is a walk… but it’s worth it.

Wherever you go, get there early or stay late. Put your time in. The fish have been active on the surface as well as just below the surface. I tend to start on the surface with Hellfire 180’s, and my friend Greg always goes buck tails… It’s fun to see what works!

Hot tip: When you’re fishing new water, study it first. Don’t just cast blindly. Look for holes and structure. Fish aren’t spread evenly — they gather in pockets. When you find them, work every level of the water column: surface plugs, swimmers, bucktails — fish it all.

Just Go Fish.

The fishing right now is as good as it’s been in years. If the beach is a challenge, book a charter — it’ll be worth it. It might feel like a luxury, but I promise, you won’t regret it. This is what we’ve been waiting for all year. Let’s be thankful… and let’s go fishing.

Tight Lines,

Captain Corey Gammill: 203-962-8867
Captain Cam Gammill: 508-332-9149
Captain Mike Ruby: 508-221-7144
Captain Nat Reeder

Book a Charter!

The Spring Run is right around the corner. This is our favorite time of year with Bass rolling on squid. It is a scene not to be missed. We would love to get you on the water for a charter, call 203-962-8867