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Jersey Shore
The Jersey Shore stretches from Sandy Hook to Cape May, with productive inlets, barrier islands, and access to offshore canyons that hold tuna, marlin, and mahi.
Cape May
25+ Charters • 4.8★
Cape May is New Jersey's southernmost point where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, creating one of the most productive fishing environments on the East Coast. The Cape May Rips, offshore canyons, and inshore waters produce incredible variety from striped bass and fluke to tuna and marlin.
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Atlantic City
20+ Charters • 4.7★
Atlantic City combines world-class entertainment with excellent fishing, with productive nearshore waters, offshore canyon access, and back-bay fishing in the marshes behind the boardwalk. The city's large charter fleet targets everything from fluke and striped bass to bluefin tuna and mahi.
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Long Beach Island
15+ Charters • 4.7★
Long Beach Island is an 18-mile barrier island with legendary surf fishing, productive bay waters, and access to offshore wrecks and canyons. LBI's Barnegat Inlet is one of the most productive inlets on the Jersey Shore for striped bass, bluefish, and fluke.
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Point Pleasant Beach
18+ Charters • 4.7★
Point Pleasant Beach is home to one of the largest charter and party boat fleets on the Jersey Shore, with Manasquan Inlet providing direct ocean access. Fluke, striped bass, sea bass, and bluefish are staples inshore, while canyon trips target tuna and mahi.
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Barnegat Light
12+ Charters • 4.7★
Barnegat Light sits at the northern tip of Long Beach Island at Barnegat Inlet, one of the most famous fishing inlets on the East Coast. The inlet's jetties, nearby artificial reefs, and access to offshore waters make it a premier destination for striped bass, fluke, and offshore species.
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New Jersey offers year-round fishing, but each season brings different opportunities. Here's what to expect.
Spring
March - May
Warming waters bring baitfish migrations, Cobia runs, and excellent inshore action as fish move onto the flats.
Summer
June - August
Peak season with Red Snapper, offshore pelagics, and warm-water species firing on all cylinders.
Fall
September - November
Cooling waters trigger bull Redfish runs, flounder migration, and king mackerel blitzes along the coast.
Winter
December - February
Trophy Speckled Trout, Sheepshead around structure, and deep-water Tuna action for the adventurous angler.
Popular Species in New Jersey
16+ species organized by fishing type. Click any species to learn more.
Inshore Species
Fish the flats, bays, and mangroves close to shore.
Nearshore Species
Target reefs, wrecks, and structure within a few miles of land.
Deep Sea Fishing Species
Head to deep water for big game and pelagic species.
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