New Jersey Fishing Charters

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Stone Harbor Inshore/Nearshore

100% (9)
22 ft 1 - 6 People From $117 per person

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

New Jersey Inshore Classic

100% (7)
22 ft 1 - 6 People From $83 per person

Inshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Screaming Drag Surf Fishing

100% (7)
1 - 8 People From $44 per person

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Cape May

Full Day Nearshore/Offshore Run

100% (6)
44 ft 1 - 6 People From $333 per person

Inshore Fishing Charter in Highlands

New Jersey On Light Tackle

100% (3)
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $113 per person

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Highlands

10-Hour Offshore Special

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $300 per person

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Fishing Charters In New Jersey

This is a 8 hr wreck trip for blackfish, we provide all the rods, tackle and bait. All you need to bring is what ever you want to eat and drink. Read More

Deep Sea, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Old Bridge

Tautog Wreck Trip

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35 ft 1 - 6 People From $175 per person

This is a 7hr Striper trip. We provide all the rod, tackle and bait. All you need to bring is what ever you want to eat or drink. Read More

Deep Sea, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Old Bridge

Spring Or Fall Stripers

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35 ft 1 - 6 People From $154 per person

Hop on board with Captain Mark for a fishing adventure on this exciting 16-hour offshore trip! Cape May provides plenty of exciting fishing opportunites with direct access to the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. This trip is for avid anglers who are willing to go extra far to go after some serious fish! On this 16-hour trip, Captain Mark will take you between 60-70 miles from shore where you’ll be fishing along the continental shelf for prized big game species such as Bigeye Tuna, Blue Marlin, Bluefin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Swordfish, Wahoo, White Marlin, and Yellowfin Tuna. You'll be targeting these fish using methods such as light tackle, heavy tackle, artificial lures, trolling, jigging and deep dropping. The beauty of this 16-hour trip is you'll have plenty of time to test out different methods in the deep waters and on the excursions to/from the dock! You’ll be fishing aboard a 39' Downeast sportfisher that can hold up to 6 guests. Powered by a 550 HP Detroit engine, this vessel will have no problem getting you to the deep waters with plenty of time left to fish! She comes complete with GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well, Outriggers, and an Ice Box to store your catches. There's even an on board bed and restroom for your comfort. Captain Mark will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. All you need to bring is polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and any food or drinks you might want on the water. Book your trip today and get ready to reel in some big ones! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Cape May

16-Hour Canyon Run

100% (6)
44 ft 1 - 6 People From $617 per person

This is a 8 hr trip for in season species. We provide all the rods, tackle and bait. All you need to bring is your own food or drink. Read More

Deep Sea, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Old Bridge

8hr Fluke, Sea Bass, Porgies Or Ling.

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35 ft 1 - 6 People From $175 per person

If you've ever wanted to hit a wide variety of East Coast sportfish species right from the bank, this trip is your ticket! Join Captain Frank and check out bridges, sod banks, docks, and more, looking for the best spots to catch lunkers—at night! Fish behavior changes at night, when they're less wary of predators and can come out to hunt in the open. Little do they know, you'll be waiting! This trip is intended for those with some prior fishing experience. Accurate casting is important when fishing around this much man-made structure, and you'll be targeting trophy-sized fish on light tackle. You'll be chasing Bluefish, Stripers, Fluke, and Weakfish—all fun fighters that are a blast to catch! You'll be primarily throwing jigs and a variety of plastics, depending on the time of day, season, water clarity, and more. Bring your A-game, because when a big fish hits your jig, you'll feel it! Play these fighters well, and you might get a new personal best on this trip with Captain Frank. Captain Frank will supply all the rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring is a good headlamp, proper clothing, and some bug spray. No sunscreen needed on this night trip! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Nighttime Bridge Hopping Trip

100% (7)
1 - 2 People From $75 per person
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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in New Jersey

What are the best fishing charters in New Jersey?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 11 trips in New Jersey, and the most popular trips in the area are Stone Harbor Inshore/Nearshore guided by Frank, New Jersey Inshore Classic guided by Frank, and Screaming Drag Surf Fishing guided by Frank.

Our guides in New Jersey are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9573 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

The most popular cities to book a charter in New Jersey are Stone Harbor, Old Bridge and Cape May.

Looking for kid friendly charters in New Jersey? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in New Jersey.

What types of fishing charters are common in New Jersey?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular in New Jersey as well as inshore fishing and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in New Jersey are: 1. striped bass, 2. bluefish, 3. fluke, and 4. black seabass.

The most common fishing techniques in New Jersey are artificial lure fishing, jigging, and light tackle fishing but bottom fishing and live bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do New Jersey fishing charters cost?

in New Jersey prices can range anywhere from an affordable $150 to $3,000 and up, but the average price for a half day trip in New Jersey is $350. The average price for a full day trip in New Jersey is $1,314.

What month is best for fishing in New Jersey?

The most popular season for fishing in New Jersey is summer, and most anglers book their trips 16 days in advance.

Do I need a New Jersey fishing license and what are the bag limits in New Jersey?

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in New Jersey don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. See here for more information on bag limits and fishing season regulations in New Jersey.

New Jersey Fishing Calendar

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Bluefin Tuna Fair Fair Fair Fair Fair Ideal Ideal Good Good Great Fair Fair
Bluefish Good Good Good Great Great Ideal Great Good Good Great Good Good
Cod Great Great Great Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Great Great
Crab Not Allowed Not Allowed Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Not Allowed
False Albacore Fair Fair Fair Fair Fair Great Ideal Ideal Great Fair Fair Fair
Flounder Not Allowed Not Allowed Good Good Great Great Ideal Ideal Ideal Great Great Good
Hammerhead Shark Fair Fair Good Good Great Not Allowed Great Good Good Good Great Good
Mahi Mahi Fair Fair Fair Fair Good Great Ideal Ideal Ideal Great Good Fair
Mako Shark Good Good Great Ideal Great Good Good Good Good Great Great Good
Scup Great Great Not Allowed Not Allowed Not Allowed Not Allowed Not Allowed Great Great Great Great Great
Striped Bass Great Good Good Good Great Great Good Good Good Good Great Ideal
Swordfish Fair Fair Fair Fair Fair Fair Good Great Great Good Fair Fair
Tautog Good Good Not Allowed Ideal Not Allowed Not Allowed Good Good Good Great Ideal Good
Wahoo Fair Fair Fair Fair Fair Good Good Good Fair Fair Fair Fair
Weakfish Fair Fair Fair Great Ideal Ideal Ideal Ideal Good Fair Fair Fair
White Marlin Fair Fair Fair Fair Fair Good Great Ideal Great Good Fair Fair
Yellowfin Tuna Fair Fair Fair Fair Good Good Great Great Good Fair Fair Fair

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent all around

    W.gary L. with Frank B. of Stone Harbor, New Jersey

  • ★★★★★
    Frank clearly knows these waterways and is a true master of Stone Harbor / Cape May. He took us to 7 spots in 4 hours to find the fish and even stayed out with us longer than the original length of the trip. It also seems like he really cares about his customers and was great with the more green members of our group. Would easily book another trip next time we're in the area. --Attison with Captain Experiences

    Attison B. with Frank B. of Stone Harbor, New Jersey

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