Rockingham County, NH · Atlantic Ocean
North Hampton State Beach
North Hampton State Beach offers public shoreline and pier access on the Atlantic coast in Rockingham County. Common targets include striped bass, bluefish, and summer flounder.
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Top pick today
Summer Flounder — Drop everything — ideal day for Summer Flounder.
Best conditions of 3 species tracked at North Hampton State Beach.
Atmosphere
Water
Sun & Moon
Today's Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:32 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:27 AM | High | 8.6 ft |
| 4:44 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:44 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
Species at North Hampton State Beach
3 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top pick is open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Summer Flounder Drop everything — ideal day for Summer Flounder. In season 93/100
What's helping
- 66°F water — right in summer flounder's ideal range
- outgoing tide — summer flounder prefers outgoing tide
- 15 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
About. Paralichthys dentatus — Locally called "fluke." Flatfish that ambushes bait off sandy and mixed bottom. Drifting bucktails tipped with Gulp! or live minnows through Ocean City and Chincoteague inlets is the classic method.
Prefers. Water 58–75°F (ideal 65°F) · outgoing tide · depth 10–100 ft.
Last verified 12 days ago on 2026-08-28. Open source page →
- Min size
- 15"
- Daily creel
- no limit
New Hampshire marine: 15" minimum, no daily bag limit, no closed season. Sale prohibited.
Source: New Hampshire regulations · verified 2026-08-28.
#2 Striped Bass Workable day for Striped Bass. In season 65/100
What's helping
- 66°F water — inside striped bass's active range
- 15 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- outgoing tide — striped bass prefers incoming tide
About. Morone saxatilis — Maryland's state fish. Anadromous — runs into Bay tributaries to spawn each spring. Targeted by trolling, jigging, live-lining, and surf casting. Locally called "rockfish."
Prefers. Water 50–72°F (ideal 62°F) · incoming tide · depth 5–35 ft.
Last verified 103 days ago on 2026-05-29. Open source page →
- Min size
- 28"
- Max size
- 31"
- Daily creel
- 1
28–31" slot, 1 fish/day. Inline (non-offset) circle hooks required when fishing with bait.
Source: New Hampshire regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Bluefish Workable day for Bluefish. In season 65/100
What's helping
- 66°F water — inside bluefish's active range
- 15 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- outgoing tide — bluefish prefers incoming tide
About. Pomatomus saltatrix — Toothy, aggressive pelagic predator. "Snapper blues" invade the lower Bay and coastal bays in summer; bigger choppers along the Atlantic coast. Hits metal jigs, topwater, and cut bait savagely — wire leaders recommended.
Prefers. Water 60–80°F (ideal 70°F) · incoming tide · depth 5–50 ft.
Last verified 103 days ago on 2026-05-29. Open source page →
- Daily creel
- 3
No minimum size. 3 fish/day from shore or private boat (more on for-hire vessels).
Source: New Hampshire regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
Location Info
Water Body
Atlantic Ocean
Access
Pier, shore, and ramp
Jurisdiction
New Hampshire
Coordinates
Local reports & rules for North Hampton State Beach: New Hampshire Fish & Game fishing & regulations → · fish-consumption advisories (EPA directory) →
Nearby Access Points
Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at North Hampton State Beach?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at North Hampton State Beach you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at North Hampton State Beach?
North Hampton State Beach is listed on this site for 3 commonly-targeted species: Striped Bass, Bluefish, Summer Flounder. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at North Hampton State Beach?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at North Hampton State Beach against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does North Hampton State Beach have?
North Hampton State Beach has multiple access types — pier, shoreline, and at least one public boat ramp.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at North Hampton State Beach?
state agency regulations apply at North Hampton State Beach. Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is North Hampton State Beach tidal water?
Yes. North Hampton State Beach sits on tidal water with a NOAA tide station nearby. Today's high/low timing is in the tide chart on this page.