{"id":12107,"date":"2018-12-03T19:03:08","date_gmt":"2018-12-04T00:03:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia-aarp.com\/blog\/?p=12107"},"modified":"2018-12-03T19:03:24","modified_gmt":"2018-12-04T00:03:24","slug":"fishing-towns-worth-casting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia-aarp.com\/blog\/fishing-towns-worth-casting\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Fishing Towns Worth Casting In"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re a serious angler looking for the next big one <\/em>or fancy yourself nothing more than a weekend warrior, it\u2019s easy to see why fishing is a favorite pastime. It\u2019s relaxing, rewarding, and yes, a little bit frustrating!<\/p>\n

Since we know you\u2019re hooked on the sport, we\u2019ve reeled in a list of 10 fishing towns from across the country where you may make the catch of your life. Book a trip, cast a line, and see what\u2019s biting.<\/p>\n

Glenwood Springs, Colorado<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: July \u2013 September<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: rainbow trout, brown trout<\/p>\n

We hope you like trout the size of small children, because that\u2019s what you\u2019ll find in the waters of the Roaring Fork River in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Start your day off with chicken fried steak and eggs from the CO. Ranch House before heading out with Roaring Fork Anglers. Their guided fly-fishing trips are nothing short of spectacular. And don\u2019t worry about not knowing how to properly cast a fly, they offer classes for novice anglers.<\/p>\n

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Minocqua, Wisconsin<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: June \u2013 September<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: walleye, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, northern pike, crappie, bluegill, perch<\/p>\n

Why does Minocqua have some of the best fishing in Wisconsin? Because between the counties of Oneida and Vilas, there are over 3,000 different bodies of water. It might be tricky guiding yourself through the best of these waters, so book a trip with Bernie Thompson Fishing. He\u2019s been guiding in this area since the early 90s and will have you hooking fish in no time. After, cook up your fresh catch using some of Bernie\u2019s best recipes.<\/p>\n

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Montauk, New York<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: June \u2013 October<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: Inshore: sea bass, bluefish, blackfish, striped bass, porgy, fluke, flounder Offshore: yellowfin tuna, mahi mahi, marlin, bluefin tuna, sharks<\/p>\n

Way out on the tip of Long Island, the hamlet of Montauk has been a mecca for deep-sea fishermen for decades. Book a spot on a boat from Montauk Fishing Charters and be prepared for a fantastic fishing experience. If you don\u2019t have a lot of time, we recommend a half-day inshore trip, but if you\u2019ve got time to spare, think about a 2-day tuna trip. Who knows? You could reel in a yellowfin the size of a VW Volkswagen! But if you\u2019ve got your eyes on an even bigger prize, the annual Shark Tournament takes place each June.<\/p>\n

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Venice, Louisiana<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: All year long<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: Bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, mahi mahi, wahoo, snapper<\/p>\n

The town of Venice is called the Tuna Capital of the World for good reason. All year long, the people of Champion Charters haul in loads of fish bordering on the size of ridiculously huge. All you have to bring with you is some sunscreen, maybe a rain jacket, and an ice chest for your catch. On the way in, the crew of Champion Charters will clean your fish for you. Take it home, cook it, and eat it. And while you\u2019re in town, check the calendar for local fishing rodeos, such as the Faux Pas Lodge and the Louisiana Slam Tournament.<\/p>\n

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King Salmon, Alaska<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: May \u2013 September<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: king salmon, rainbow trout, arctic char, sockeye salmon, northern pike, lake trout<\/p>\n

When you want to really get out there <\/em>on a fishing trip, places like the No See Um Lodge in King Salmon, Alaska, are hard to beat. Billed as the finest fly fishing in the entire state, the experience at No See Um is perhaps unlike any other. Every morning, you\u2019ll board a float plane and head off to one of the over 30 fishing destinations in the surrounding area. You\u2019ll receive two gourmet meals prepared by the on-site chef each day, but it\u2019s not uncommon to cook your catch streamside.<\/p>\n

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Walker, Minnesota<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: January \u2013 February<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: walleye, sauger, muskie, bass, crappie, northern pike, tullibee<\/p>\n

If you think we\u2019re sending you to Minnesota to fish in the middle of winter as part of some weird joke, then you are mistaken. Leech Lake in Walker, Minnesota, is one of the premier ice fishing destinations this side of the Mississippi. Rent an ice house from Trapper\u2019s Landing Lodge and enjoy one of the more unique fishing trips you\u2019ll ever take. Stick around for the annual International Eelpout Festival on Leech Lake and celebrate the local bottom dwelling fish!<\/p>\n

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Casper, Wyoming<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: March \u2013 June<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: brown trout, rainbow trout<\/p>\n

If it\u2019s trout you\u2019re looking for then the North Platte Lodge just outside of Casper, Wyoming, is the place for you. Located along the banks of the trout-rich North Platte River, the lodge is a great place to make camp during an unforgettable fishing vacation. During the peak fishing season between the months of March and June, it\u2019s not uncommon to reel in 50+ lb fish over a few-days span.<\/p>\n

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Kona, Hawaii<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: January \u2013 March<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: marlin, mahi mahi, shortbill spearfish<\/p>\n

You probably read \u201cThe Old Man and the Sea\u201d at some point in your life and wondered what\u2019d it be like to battle a giant marlin. Well, when you book a fishing charter in Kona, Hawaii, with Thrill Seeker Sportfishing, you won\u2019t have to wonder anymore. Head there anytime between January and March and you\u2019ll be channeling your inner Hemingway while playing tug o\u2019 war with a marlin in no time. The world\u2019s largest blue marlin was caught off Kona\u2019s coast in 1982\u2014just maybe you\u2019ll break the record!<\/p>\n

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Bend, Oregon<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: May \u2013 September<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: steelhead trout, rainbow trout<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not enough that Bend, Oregon, has one of the best microbreweries in the game, but it also offers up some of the best fly fishing on the West Coast. When you book a steelhead fly fishing trip on the Lower Deschutes River with River Runner Outfitters, you\u2019re signing yourself up for some of the best freshwater fishing in the U.S. Not only is the fishing incredible, but the towering basalt canyon you\u2019re exploring makes for stunning scenery. When you\u2019re done with the river, head to Deschutes Brewery & Public House for a cold one.<\/p>\n

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Missoula, Montana<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Best time to fish<\/em>: April \u2013 June<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll catch<\/em>: rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout<\/p>\n

Avid anglers are hooked on Missoula, Montana, as the area\u2019s lakes, streams, and rivers make it a prime spot for trout fishing. Before setting out with Blackfoot River Outfitters of Missoula, Montana, load yourself up with the proper gear from their on-site shop. Only then will you be ready to hook as many gorgeous rainbow trout as you can. Their team of dedicated and experienced guides won\u2019t let you go home without a cooler full of fish.<\/p>\n

What makes fishing during the twilight years of your life better than ever? Casting a line in one of these 10 amazing fishing towns!<\/p>\n

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