Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC
4.9/5 (10 beoordelingen)
Sally Snyder Way 56, Newburyport, MA 01950, Verenigde Staten–
Sally Snyder Way 56
Newburyport, MA, Verenigde Staten
Join Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters for your next nautical adventure aboard the Fishin' Pole II. Whether you're a serious striper angler or are looking for an introductory fishing trip, fear not, Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters has a trip for you! We invite you to contact the captain with any questions or requests, button is above.
These waters are known for Striped Bass, Bluefish, Atlantic Mackerel, and more – with any luck, it won't take long to hook into some. For these species, you're likely to use a combination of tactics from live bait, casting, baiting or trolling using light tackle.
If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to keep their stamina going!
You'll be welcome aboard a 22' Center console that holds up to 4 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available during most of the season, but you should ask the captain about availability. We’ve made upgrades over the last season including, addition of a second fishfinder display, second bait well and additional rod holders.
There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.
Don't leave home without sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is not allowed.
Get in touch with Capt. Dana below and start planning your trip today!
Customer reviews
Beoordelingsoverzicht
Boot
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Ervaring
4.9/5
Photos & videos by reviewers (9)
+6Beoordeling van Vissers
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1
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Vissers beweerden
Goede ervaring
100%
Geschikt voor kinderen
100%
Vriendelijke schipper
100%
Tevreden met de boot
100%
Beveel deze charter aan
100%
Gevangen vis
90%
Weergegeven 1 - 5 van 10 beoordelingen
Weergave: 5 van 10 beoordelingen
Richard Ressijac
5.0
Verified
Great fishing trip, great Captain! A memory maker day.
3 Hour Trip (AM) on August 11, 2025 • 2 adults
Took my 11yo grandson and two of his 11yo friends on a 4 hour fishing trip with Captain Nelson. It was a fantastic trip with a knowledgeable Captain who gave these boy the personal attention with the gear, sharing tips and doing everything possible to put us on the fish. Everyone caught fish and had a day that memories are made of. Thank you Captain Nelson, and I would highly recommend this charter service.
Response from Captain
August 12, 2025
Thanks for the fantastic review Rick. It was a pleasure spending the day with you and the boys. Hope to see you back in the future.
Captain Dana
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Christopher McCormack
5.0
Verified
Highly Recommended
4 Hour Trip Afternoons on August 13, 2025 • 4 adults
Captain Nelson was GREAT. Send a few texts ahead of the session to make sure we knew everything we needed and answered my questions. Created a great experience for the whole family, even answering the 100 questions my kids had. He does this because he loves it. Take your family out on this trip.
Response from Captain
August 14, 2025
Thank you for the awesome recommendation, Chris! I enjoyed chatting with your family and doing my best to answer your boy’s questions.
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William Lemery
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip
4 Hour Trip on August 9, 2025 • 2 adults
I went out today on the perfect sunny day for 4 hours and had loads of fun we also caught lots of fish because of the captain’s awesome instructions
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
August 10, 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review Will. It was a pleasure taking the two of you out and sharing with you a wonderful summer day with cooperative fish. Hope to see you back soon.
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Julie Jablonski
5.0
Verified
Highly recommend
3 Hour Trip (PM) on July 8, 2024 • 2 adults • 2 children
We took my son on 7/8/24 fishing with Dana Nelson. We went out at 4pm and the wind had picked up a bit making the water choppy. We had our 9yo daughter with us and I was nervous she would get sea sick as the boat was rocking back and forth. Dana picked up on my nervousness and stressed that this was "our" fishing trip and he was happy to do whatever made me more comfortable. We immediately moved closer inland where shortly after my son caught two striped bass, including his personal best! My daughter also reeled in a fish that unfortunately wiggled off the hook and got away. Dana used his fish finder to move to different spots searching for more fish whenever there was a lull in activity. To say Dana was accommodating was an understatement! My son had "the best Birthday ever". Thank you Dana, we will be back!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
July 11, 2024
Witnessing the joy and excitement other people receive by catching a new personal best or experiencing the magnificent area that we fish is very gratifying for me. Thank you so much for sharing the afternoon with me .
Capt. Dana

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Steve Negus
5.0
Verified
Smooth trip from start to finish
Early Morning - 6 Hour Trip on July 26, 2024 • 3 adults
The gear and boat were in excellent condition, and Cpt. Nelson led us to a morning catch of mackerel for live bait followed by fishing down the coast until we got found an active spot that yielded lots of hits. Cpt. Nelson's skill and knowledge of the area led to a great trip for our group.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
July 27, 2024
Thank you Steve for that wonderful review. I’m delighted that I contributed to a great trip for you and your crew. I hope to see you back on board soon. 
0
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3 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 25 - Oct 12
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Fun Fishing for All Ages, Morning
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 20 - Oct 12
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip May 20 - Oct 12 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Fun Fishing for All Ages Afternoon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip May 20 - Oct 12 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 20 - Oct 12
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip Afternoons
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip May 20 - Oct 12
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Full Tide
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 20 - Oct 12
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Customer reviews
Beoordelingsoverzicht
Boot
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Ervaring
4.9/5
Photos & videos by reviewers (9)
+6Beoordeling van Vissers
9
1
0
0
0
Vissers beweerden
Goede ervaring
100%
Geschikt voor kinderen
100%
Vriendelijke schipper
100%
Tevreden met de boot
100%
Beveel deze charter aan
100%
Gevangen vis
90%
Weergegeven 1 - 5 van 10 beoordelingen
Weergave: 5 van 10 beoordelingen
Richard Ressijac
5.0
Verified
Great fishing trip, great Captain! A memory maker day.
3 Hour Trip (AM) on August 11, 2025 • 2 adults
Took my 11yo grandson and two of his 11yo friends on a 4 hour fishing trip with Captain Nelson. It was a fantastic trip with a knowledgeable Captain who gave these boy the personal attention with the gear, sharing tips and doing everything possible to put us on the fish. Everyone caught fish and had a day that memories are made of. Thank you Captain Nelson, and I would highly recommend this charter service.
Response from Captain
August 12, 2025
Thanks for the fantastic review Rick. It was a pleasure spending the day with you and the boys. Hope to see you back in the future.
Captain Dana
0
Christopher McCormack
5.0
Verified
Highly Recommended
4 Hour Trip Afternoons on August 13, 2025 • 4 adults
Captain Nelson was GREAT. Send a few texts ahead of the session to make sure we knew everything we needed and answered my questions. Created a great experience for the whole family, even answering the 100 questions my kids had. He does this because he loves it. Take your family out on this trip.
Response from Captain
August 14, 2025
Thank you for the awesome recommendation, Chris! I enjoyed chatting with your family and doing my best to answer your boy’s questions.
0
William Lemery
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip
4 Hour Trip on August 9, 2025 • 2 adults
I went out today on the perfect sunny day for 4 hours and had loads of fun we also caught lots of fish because of the captain’s awesome instructions
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
August 10, 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review Will. It was a pleasure taking the two of you out and sharing with you a wonderful summer day with cooperative fish. Hope to see you back soon.
0
Julie Jablonski
5.0
Verified
Highly recommend
3 Hour Trip (PM) on July 8, 2024 • 2 adults • 2 children
We took my son on 7/8/24 fishing with Dana Nelson. We went out at 4pm and the wind had picked up a bit making the water choppy. We had our 9yo daughter with us and I was nervous she would get sea sick as the boat was rocking back and forth. Dana picked up on my nervousness and stressed that this was "our" fishing trip and he was happy to do whatever made me more comfortable. We immediately moved closer inland where shortly after my son caught two striped bass, including his personal best! My daughter also reeled in a fish that unfortunately wiggled off the hook and got away. Dana used his fish finder to move to different spots searching for more fish whenever there was a lull in activity. To say Dana was accommodating was an understatement! My son had "the best Birthday ever". Thank you Dana, we will be back!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
July 11, 2024
Witnessing the joy and excitement other people receive by catching a new personal best or experiencing the magnificent area that we fish is very gratifying for me. Thank you so much for sharing the afternoon with me .
Capt. Dana

0
Steve Negus
5.0
Verified
Smooth trip from start to finish
Early Morning - 6 Hour Trip on July 26, 2024 • 3 adults
The gear and boat were in excellent condition, and Cpt. Nelson led us to a morning catch of mackerel for live bait followed by fishing down the coast until we got found an active spot that yielded lots of hits. Cpt. Nelson's skill and knowledge of the area led to a great trip for our group.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
July 27, 2024
Thank you Steve for that wonderful review. I’m delighted that I contributed to a great trip for you and your crew. I hope to see you back on board soon. 
0
FAQs about Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters, LLC
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Center console boatsCapacity
4 personsBoat length
22 ftYear built
2022Boat manufacturer
Sea ProBoat type
Center consoleEngine model
SuzukiPowered by
1 x 200HPMax cruising speed
30 knots