Martha's Vineyard Fishing Report: Spring Stripers, Tautog, and Early Bluefish Bite

Hey there, fisherfolk! Artificial Lure here with your Martha's Vineyard fishing report for March 17, 2025. Sun's up at 6:52 AM and down at 6:50 PM today. We've got a high tide at 2:18 PM hitting about 2.5 feet, with lows at 7:10 AM and 7:36 PM around 0.3 feet. Weather's looking decent - partly cloudy, highs in the mid-50s, with a light breeze from the southwest. Fish activity's really picking up as we head into spring. Recent catches have included a mix of striped bass in the 20-28 inch range, tautog up to 5 pounds, and a smattering of winter flounder. A few ambitious anglers have even reported hooking into some early bluefish, though they're still few and far between. For stripers, the Housatonic River's been producing some nice catches, especially after dark. Jigs and soft plastics like Hogy Pro Tail Paddles have been working well. If you're surf casting, try a Hogy Epoxy Jig or a classic Gibbs Pencil Popper - great for imitating the small bait that's starting to show up. Tautog fishing's been steady, with green crabs and Asian shore crabs being the go-to baits. For flounder, fresh sea worms or clam strips on a simple bottom rig are your best bet. Hot spots to check out: Wasque Point's been firing lately, especially for early-season stripers. For you fly fishing folks, Lobsterville Beach is the place to be. And don't sleep on the Oak Bluffs Fishing Pier - it's been producing some nice catches of tautog and flounder. Remember, the water's still chilly, so fish are moving a bit slower. Slow down your retrieve and focus on deeper holes where fish might be holding. And keep an eye out for those first schools of river herring - when they show up, the fishing really kicks into high gear. Tight lines, everyone! See you on the water. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.