Mahi-mahi fishing out of Captree starts offshore
Mahi-mahi fishing out of Captree means running offshore. Our Atlantic Northeast (see also the wider Atlantic Northeast guide) guide covers when the fish reach this coast and the wider regional picture.
Offshore trips
Boats run offshore trips from Captree for mahi-mahi. The operator doesn’t name grounds, run distance, or bearing, so you’ll need your own chart and data to plan the run.
Named grounds and structure near Captree
Four named reefs sit near the port. They are charted structure only, and we make no claim that mahi-mahi hold on them.
| Reef | Depth (ft) |
|---|---|
| Fire Island Reef | 62 to 73 |
| Hempstead Town Reef | 50 to 72 |
| Kismet Reef | 16 to 25 |
| Fisherman (Yellowbar) Reef | 25 to 40 |
Kismet Reef and Fisherman (Yellowbar) Reef are the shallower pair; Fire Island Reef and Hempstead Town Reef are the deeper pair.
You can view the reefs on the Chart Contours layer in Breakpoint. Chart layers are not for navigation.
How mahi-mahi are fished from Captree
Mahi-mahi are generally worked around floating structure, and trolling is a common approach. Our mahi-mahi guide covers floating structure, trolling, and timing in detail.
Who fishes for mahi-mahi out of Captree
Island Spirit Charter Fleet
The Island Spirit Charter Fleet site lists mahi-mahi among its offshore targets from Captree. If you’re weighing a charter against taking your own boat, start there.
Our guides to other offshore gamefish cover the rest of the offshore picture.
FAQ: mahi-mahi fishing out of Captree
Do boats run offshore for mahi from Captree?
Yes. Boats run offshore trips from Captree. The operator doesn’t name grounds, distance, or bearing, so you plan your own run.
What reefs are near Captree, and how deep are they?
Four named reefs sit near the port:
- Fire Island Reef, 62 to 73 ft
- Hempstead Town Reef, 50 to 72 ft
- Kismet Reef, 16 to 25 ft
- Fisherman (Yellowbar) Reef, 25 to 40 ft
These are charted structure, and we make no claim that mahi-mahi hold on them.
Who runs mahi trips from Captree?
Island Spirit Charter Fleet lists mahi-mahi. It publishes no grounds, run distance, or bearing.
Where do I find the rules?
NYSDEC sets the rules for New York state waters. Our New York regulations page and our federal dolphin and wahoo page point to the rest. Check them before you fish.
When do mahi reach this coast?
Our Atlantic Northeast guide covers timing for the region. Use it to plan when to look.
