Dark Horse Charters

Darkhorse Charters offers private fishing trips and boat hire from Newburyport, Massachusetts, aboard the F/V Dark Horse. Trips accommodate groups of one to six people and are led by a professional crew. The charter’s fishing options vary by season and include ground fishing, custom inshore trips, and offshore commercial tuna adventures.

Ground fish charters visit Jeffreys Ledge and Stellwagen Bank, targeting species such as haddock, cod, pollock, redfish, whiting, hake, ling, mackerel, herring, halibut, and dogfish. Custom charters in the Merrimack River and Ipswich Bay focus on striped bass, bluefish, and mackerel. From July through December, guests can join longer trips targeting giant bluefin tuna using live bait or trolling gear.

Darkhorse also offers private boat hire from April to December, with options including ferry service, local sightseeing, beach trips, or a customized outing. Charter durations, starting prices, and seasonal availability vary by trip type. Reservations are accepted by phone or through the company’s website