False Albacore

Euthynnus alletteratus

Montauk Point rips

The fall Montauk Blitz: bullet-fast little tunny that boil the surface off Montauk Point each autumn. Light tackle and fly anglers travel from around the world for it.

Best time of day

All day during blitz

How to see

Light tackle or fly charter.

Operator

Montauk charter fleet — Star Island Yacht Club@samsstarislandyc📞 +1 631-668-5052

Cost

Private charter — rate by arrangement with the captain

Age

10+

Accessibility

Not accessible

Responsible viewing

No New York size or bag limit is listed for little tunny; light-tackle anglers release them. Handle carefully.

Weather / sea state

Calm rips best.