Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Inshore Temp:
51
Offshore Temp:
48
Bear's Den's Tip of the Week
Start searching for fish now. RI fishing has been very consistent, and more fish are now being spotted on the Cape. Small bait will be the key early season.
Directions open in app
Tide data

5-Day Outlook as of 5/6/25
The fish are making there way to the bottom of Buzzard Bay, with the first reports just beginning to roll in.
Techniques & Tips as of 5/6/25
Sub surface. Changing retrieve speeds to figure out a preferred tempo.
Current Conditions as of 5/6/25
Slightly more tolerable temperatures throughout the week.Local Species Available Year Round
-
Striped Bass
-
Bluefish
-
False Albacore
Bear's Den's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
---|---|---|
Strolis Simple Baitfish | All | 2/0 |
Mud Dog Dazzle Bait | All | 3/0 |
Bear's Den's Recommended Gear
-
Best Leader:
Mirage Big Game Leaders
-
Best Tippet:
Mirage Pure Fluorocarbon Tippet
-
Best Fly Fishing Rod:
9-Weight 9' Fly Rod
-
Best Floating Fly Line:
Saltwater All-Rounder WF Fly Line
-
Best Sinking Fly Line:
Coldwater Intermediate