July 4 2025

Cape Cod Bay, Southside & Backside Beaches Surfcasting Report with Sam Mullen of the Goose Hummock

by Kevin Collins

The July 4th weekend marks a joyous occasion in Cape Cod's fishing calendar, when the effects of late June's new moon show their full impact on striped bass movement and feeding patterns. According to Sam Mullen from the Goose Hummock Shop in Orleans, this timing creates exceptional opportunities for both boat and surf anglers willing to adapt their strategies to the conditions.

In this report Sam goes into great detail about:

  • Live bait options and tactics inside Cape Cod Bay
  • Where inside Cape Cod Bay is most productive
  • Improved striper fishing around Provincetown
  • Backside beach surfcasting report including Nauset beach
  • July boat fishing at Monomoy continues to be lights out
  • South side surfcasting report for striped bass and bluefish
  • Tips for planning your 4th of July weekend surfcasting trip

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About the author 

Kevin Collins

Kevin spent a decade with the New England Patriots and New England Revolution producing podcasts and other digital content. Currently he is the host and producer of the podcasts here on My Fishing Cape Cod. Kevin grew up on the beach in Plymouth, MA and has salt water running through his veins.


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