Fall Bluefish Blitz at Barnegat Light: Tactics for the October Run
When bluefish blitz the beaches near Barnegat Light each October, the action is fast and furious. Gear up properly and g...
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BARNEGAT LIGHT
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Barnegat Light Fishing
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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What's Biting in Barnegat Light?
See which species are available each month, color-coded by activity level.
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Barnegat Light Fish Species
11+ species organized by fishing type. Click any species to learn more.
Inshore Species
Fish the bays, flats, and passes 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 bottom species.
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Fishing Charter Types in Barnegat Light
Understanding the different charter types will help you book the perfect trip for your group.
INSHORE
Fish the bays, flats, and passes close to shore. Target redfish, speckled trout, flounder and more in calm, protected waters.
View Inshore ChartersNEARSHORE
Fish the reefs, wrecks, and structure 1-9 miles offshore. Target snapper, grouper, cobia and more over natural and artificial reefs.
View Nearshore ChartersDEEP SEA FISHING
Deep sea fishing 20+ miles out. Chase tuna, marlin, mahi mahi, wahoo and other pelagic gamefish in blue water.
View Deep Sea Fishing ChartersTROLLING
Cover water by dragging lures or bait behind a moving boat to target pelagic species.
View Trolling ChartersBOTTOM FISHING
Drop baits to the ocean floor to target snapper, grouper, and other reef dwellers.
View Bottom Fishing ChartersFLY FISHING
Sight-cast with fly rods on the flats for redfish, trout, and tarpon.
View Fly Fishing ChartersSURF FISHING
Fish from the beach or wade into the surf to target pompano, whiting, and redfish.
View Surf Fishing ChartersKAYAK FISHING
Paddle out for a more intimate fishing experience on bays and nearshore waters.
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Barnegat Light Fishing Reviews
Jetty Fishing Was Lights Out
Fished the Barnegat Light jetty at dawn and the Striped Bass were smashing bait along the rocks. Threw teasers and bucktails and had fish on almost every cast. Several quality bass over 30 inches made this one of the best jetty sessions of the season.
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Captain Curt
October
Striped Bass
Fluke Were Loaded at the Inlet
Drifted the Barnegat Inlet channel and the Fluke were thick on every drift. Bounced bucktails with Gulp trailers along the sand edges and the fish were aggressive. Limited out with nice keepers and a beautiful doormat. Barnegat Light is a Fluke factory.
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Captain Lorraine
July
Fluke
Artificial Reef Produced Big Sea Bass
Dropped on the Barnegat Light reef and the Sea Bass were stacked like cordwood on the structure. Every drop produced a fish and we had our limit in no time. Mixed in some keeper Fluke on the drifts between anchoring spots. Outstanding reef fishing.
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Captain Phil
September
Sea Bass
Fluke
Fall Striper Migration Was Incredible
The fall migration hit Barnegat Light hard and the Striped Bass were everywhere from the jetty to the inlet. Threw big plugs at first light and had fish over 30 pounds swirling on the surface. This is legendary striper territory for a reason.
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Captain Sierra
November
Striped Bass
Spring Run of Bass Was Outstanding
Fished the Barnegat Inlet during the spring striper run and the fish were moving through in big schools. Drifted live bunker in the current and had powerful hookups throughout the morning. Great fleet of charter boats working out of this historic fishing village.
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Captain Ruben
May
Striped Bass
Best Inshore Trip of the Summer
Fished a full day out of Barnegat Light and hit every type of structure. Started with Fluke in the inlet, then ran to the reef for Sea Bass, and finished with Stripers along the jetty at sunset. This little fishing village at the tip of LBI has everything an angler needs.
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Captain Jasmine
August
Fluke
Sea Bass
Striped Bass
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