The PESCE, Capt. Jim's 31-foot Duffy, running on Nantucket Sound off Falmouth

FALMOUTH HARBOR · CAPE COD

Cape Cod Fishing
Charters with Captain Jim

Private fishing charters from Falmouth Harbor exploring Cape Cod, Vineyard Sound, Buzzards Bay, and Martha’s Vineyard waters aboard the PESCE.

  • USCG Licensed Captain
  • Private Charters Only
  • Family Friendly
  • Decades of Local Knowledge

The Experience

More than a fishing trip

There's nothing like the peace and quiet of the ocean. The pressures of the week dissolve away as Capt. Jim steers the PESCE out of Falmouth Harbor and into Vineyard Sound.

A group of friends fishing aboard the PESCE on a calm Cape Cod day

Cast a line for stripers and blues. Drop down for fluke, black sea bass, or porgy. Or simply sit back, bring the camera, and take in the lighthouses, sea birds, and the long Cape Cod horizon.

Beginners are welcome — Capt. Jim teaches kids and first-timers every season. Regulars come back year after year to fish the spots only a local knows.

Either way, you go home with a story, dinner, and a day you’ll remember.

Trips

Choose your day on the water

Private charters for up to 6 passengers. Trips fill up quickly in season — a call or text is the easiest way to book.

4 Hours

Half-Day Charter

Families & first-timers

A relaxed morning or afternoon on the water. Perfect for kids, beginners, and anyone who wants a real Cape Cod day without committing to a full one.

  • Inshore fishing
  • Up to 6 passengers
  • Bait & tackle included
$700
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6 Hours

6 Hour Charter

Most popular trip

More time on the water means more chances at stripers, blues, and bottom fish. A great mix of fishing and Cape Cod scenery.

  • Inshore + nearshore
  • Up to 6 passengers
  • All gear provided
$1,000
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8 Hours

Full Day Charter

Serious anglers

Range further into Vineyard Sound, Nantucket Sound, and Buzzards Bay. The best shot at a trophy fish and a true Cape Cod fishing day.

  • Extended range
  • Up to 6 passengers
  • Multiple species
$1,300
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Offshore trips available by arrangement.

Pick-ups can also be arranged at Green Pond, Woods Hole, and Martha’s Vineyard.

Where We Fish

Cape Cod, Vineyard Sound & beyond

Private Fishing Charters Cape Cod — fishing the waters Capt. Jim has worked for over forty years.

Fishing Grounds

Vineyard Sound

Striper country. Calm mornings and rip-line action just minutes from Falmouth Harbor.

Fishing Grounds

Buzzards Bay

Bluefish, sea bass, and tautog grounds tucked behind the elbow of the Cape.

Fishing Grounds

Nantucket Sound

Wide open water with fluke flats and shoals Capt. Jim has fished for decades.

Fishing Grounds

Martha's Vineyard

Charter pick-ups can be arranged for guests staying on the Vineyard.

Fishing Grounds

Cape Cod Waters

Lighthouses, beaches, and the long Cape horizon — a Cape Cod fishing charter the way it should be.

Fishing Grounds

Falmouth Harbor

Home port. The PESCE leaves from Slip #46 — easy parking and a short ride to the fish.

Why Families Fish With Capt. Jim

Three reasons it's a different kind of day

Private Trips Only

Just your group.

No crowds.

No party boats.

Up to 6 passengers plus crew.

Family Friendly

Perfect for:

• Families • Kids

• First-time anglers • Friends

Relaxed atmosphere and personalized guidance for every trip.

40+ Years Experience

Fishing Cape Cod waters

for decades.

Experience matters.

Meet Captain Jim

Your (Sometimes) Friendly Captain

Capt. Jim aboard the PESCE on Cape Cod with rod in hand

Fishing New England waters for over 40 years.

No crowds. No party boats. Just your group, the captain, and a beautiful day on the water.

Capt. Jim runs the PESCE — a 31′ Downeast-style Duffy built for these waters. USCG licensed, fully equipped, and after four decades of fishing from Vineyard Sound to Buzzards Bay, he knows where the fish are and when the tide is right.

More about Capt. Jim

On the Water

Days aboard the PESCE

Guest holding a black sea bass caught aboard the PESCE on a bright Cape Cod day
Angler showing off a large striped bass landed with Capt. Jim
The PESCE running out of Falmouth Harbor on a clear morning
Guest with a striped bass at the dock next to the PESCE in Falmouth
Happy angler holding a keeper fluke caught off Cape Cod
Group fishing aboard the PESCE on Nantucket Sound

Singing Our Praises

See why families and anglers return year after year

Honest words from real guests who’ve fished with Capt. Jim.

One hell of a good time! Mike has never been a big one for going away and the fishing trip was perfect for him… and me too! I got everything I imagined out of my two-day vacation.

Shelly H.

We were in Falmouth from out of town and our group of two teens and four adults decided to book a fishing charter. We contacted Captain Jim and made arrangements. We couldn't have had a better time and the Capt was knowledgeable and cleaned the fish afterwards. Would highly recommend.

Tom S.

We booked with Captain Jim last minute after another charter cancelled. He answered his phone right away and was very responsive. It was our first time fishing and Jim and his first mate made it super easy and enjoyable for myself, brother-in-law and two kids (10 and 13). We did a 4-hour charter out of Falmouth.

Clare Glans
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Good to Know

Frequently asked

A guest celebrating a striped bass caught aboard the PESCE

Ready for a day on the water?

Reserve your charter with Capt. Jim. Dates fill up fast in summer — a quick call or text is the easiest way to book.