Mahi-mahi fishing out of Freeport is an offshore fishery. Carolann P describes a 25 to 35 mile run, with peak catches from June through September. This page covers timing, what holds fish on that run, the methods local boats use, and the charters that list mahi.
When mahi are off Freeport
The mahi-mahi guide covers the fish itself. This page stays with the port.
Peak window
Carolann P’s species page puts peak catches at June through September. Sea Rogue describes the season as late summer, which falls inside that window, so the two boats agree. For wider timing, see the Atlantic Northeast season picture (see also the Atlantic Northeast fishing guide).
Where boats run for mahi
The offshore run is where the fishing happens. The reefs inside it make a different trip.
The 25 to 35 mile run
Carolann P describes a 25 to 35 mile run. Sea Rogue caught mahi on light tackle on its regular runs.
Floating debris and temperature breaks
Carolann P fishes floating debris and temperature breaks. A temperature break is a place where water temperature changes sharply over a short distance.
Canyon trips
Sorry Charlie lists mahi on its offshore and canyon menu. The same trips put you within range of other offshore gamefish that run alongside mahi.
Nearshore structure inside the run
These are nearshore landmarks inside the 25 to 35 mile run, and none of them is a mahi ground. Chart positions are not for navigation.
| Name | Depth (ft) | Distance (nm) |
|---|---|---|
| Hempstead Reef (Hempstead Town Reef) | 50 to 72 | 3.3 south of Jones Beach State Park |
| Atlantic Beach Reef | 55 to 64 | 3.0 south of Atlantic Beach |
| Fishing Line (McAllister Grounds) Reef | 50 to 53 | 2.8 south of Long Beach |
| Rockaway Reef | 32 to 40 |
Hempstead Reef
Hempstead Reef sits in 50 to 72 ft of water, 3.3 nautical miles south of Jones Beach State Park.
Atlantic Beach Reef and the Fran S
The Fran S is a tug at Atlantic Beach Reef, in 55 to 64 ft.
Fishing Line Reef
Fishing Line Reef, also called McAllister Grounds, sits in 50 to 53 ft.
Rockaway Reef
Rockaway Reef sits in 32 to 40 ft.
Meadowbrook bridge
Meadowbrook bridge is a striper spot.
How mahi are fished from Freeport
Two local approaches show up, each tied to a boat: light tackle on regular runs, and high-speed spreads offshore.
Light tackle
Sea Rogue caught mahi on light tackle on its regular runs.
High-speed trolling spreads
Carolann P runs high-speed trolling lures and spreads offshore.
Who fishes for mahi out of Freeport
Three operators list mahi.
Freeport Charter Boats
Freeport Charter Boats lists three boats:
- Sorry Charlie: 35 ft custom
- Freeport Gem
- Beach Princess: pontoon
Carolann P
Carolann P Fishing Charters is run by Captain Ray Pasieka.
- Boat: Christine P, 31 ft
- Carolann P’s species page lists mahi with peak catches June through September
Gina Ann
Gina Ann Charters runs the Gina Ann, a 38 Holland that carries up to 6 anglers and cruises at 17 knots.
FAQ: mahi-mahi fishing out of Freeport
When is mahi season out of Freeport?
Peak catches run June through September, according to Carolann P. Sea Rogue describes the season as late summer.
How far do boats run for mahi from Freeport?
Carolann P describes a 25 to 35 mile run. Sorry Charlie also lists mahi on its offshore and canyon menu.
What do Freeport boats fish for mahi?
Carolann P fishes floating debris and temperature breaks. The methods are light tackle (Sea Rogue) and high-speed trolling lures and spreads (Carolann P).
Do the nearshore reefs hold mahi?
No local source ties Hempstead, Atlantic Beach, Fishing Line or Rockaway reefs to mahi. They sit in 32 to 72 ft of water, inside the offshore run.
Which Freeport charters list mahi?
Freeport Charter Boats lists Sorry Charlie, Freeport Gem and Beach Princess. Carolann P Fishing Charters runs the Christine P. Gina Ann Charters runs the Gina Ann.
