Montauk, NY – Fluke Fishing

CAPT ANDY LOCASCIO OCT 23, 2003 2:06 PM

The August 4 fluke fishing (summer flounder fishing)  visit to historic Montauk Point, Long Island was quite successful. Andy and Rich’s guest, Capt. Joel Lizza of the Sea Otter Fleet, shows what it takes to target trophy Fluke in the deep water. Big seas and strong currents are no deterrent as the bite was on, the action rarely slowed and there were numerous double headers. Rich, Andy and Joel really put their tackle to the test battling these fish and the conditions. Nearly all of the fish were of legal size and several were in the 3-5lb range, with the largest at over 8 lbs. All of the fish were caught drifting at depths over 40 feet.

“The summer fluke fishing bite on the east end can be very good.  There are many good spots in the open water east and south of Montauk Point.  Our original intention was to film there, but it it was simply too rough.  We ended up filming the bulk of the show out of the wind in Fort Pond Bay.  Fortunately, the bite was just as good there as anywhere else!” Capt Andy LoCascio

If you have questions about any of the fluke fishing equipment used during the show, please contact us.

Click here for our Deep Water Fluke gear recommendations.

Preview Clip
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Full Length Show

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time for fluke fishing at Montauk Point?+

Fluke fishing at Montauk Point is excellent during the summer months, with August 4 being highlighted as a successful date in the document. The summer flounder bite tends to be strong during this period, especially in deep waters over 40 feet.

What equipment is recommended for deep water fluke fishing?+

The page suggests using specific deep water fluke gear, which can be found through their Deep Water Fluke gear recommendations link. This equipment is tested to handle strong currents and big seas while targeting trophy fluke.

Where are the best spots to fish for summer flounder near Montauk?+

Good fishing spots include open waters east and south of Montauk Point as well as sheltered areas like Fort Pond Bay where conditions may be calmer but the bite remains strong.

What size of fluke are typically caught at Montauk Point?+

Most fluke caught are of legal size, with many in the 3-5 pound range and some trophy-sized fish exceeding 8 pounds, illustrating productive fishing conditions.

How do big seas and strong currents affect fluke fishing in this area?+

Big seas and strong currents do not deter fishing success around Montauk Point. Anglers like Andy, Rich, and Capt. Joel have demonstrated that the fluke bite remains strong and action frequent despite challenging conditions.

Can I watch videos of the fluke fishing experience?+

Yes, the page provides links to both a preview clip and a full-length show of the fluke fishing experience at Montauk Point, available on YouTube for viewers to watch or share.