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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Cape May

Mahi/Wahoo - Inshore Troll

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44 ft 1 - 6 People From $333 / person

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Cape May

16-Hour Canyon (Tuna/Wahoo/Mahi)

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44 ft 1 - 6 People From $617 / person

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Stone Harbor Inshore/Nearshore

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $117 / person

Inshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Screaming Drag Surf Fishing

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1 - 8 People From $44 / person

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

New Jersey Inshore Classic

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $83 / person

Inshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Nighttime Bridge Hopping Trip

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1 - 2 People From $150 / person

Most Popular Types of Trips in Cape May

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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

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1 - 2 People From $150 / person

This is a shorter trip for those who just want to get out and test the waters. Or for families with younger kids who want to try it out. Early season, May through the beginning of July, we stay in the back bays and chase flounder, stripers, blues, and weakies. Then, July through September we hit the reefs and other wrecks and lumps in the ocean for a variety of species. The trip is for one to six people, beginner to advanced, and children are always welcome. Read More

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

New Jersey Inshore Classic

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $83 / person

Get down to the beach for a perfect day of casting and catching out of Stone Harbor, NJ! This surf fishing trip is great for families! Depending on what you want to catch, you can take home lots of great eating fish, or go after bigger sharks and rays that will pull your arms out of their sockets! If you want to fish while also getting to enjoy the beach, this is the trip for you. Get out there and have some fun! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Screaming Drag Surf Fishing

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1 - 8 People From $44 / person

Head out with Captain Frank for a fishing fiesta! On this trip you will be skirting around inshore and nearshore waters in search of a variety of tasty treats. Black Seabass, Spanish Mackerel, Tautog, and Bluefish are just some of the classic northeast Atlantic species you might pull up, and there's plenty more. The reefs, wrecks, and other submarine structures are teeming with life, and Captain Frank knows where to find them. Up to 6 guests can fit aboard Captain Frank's brand new state-of-the-art 22' Cape Horn center console, so bring your family and friends on this voyage. The vessel is powered by a 300hp Yamaha engine which will guide you smoothly across the inshore bays. You can bump your favorite tunes on the Bluetooth stereo system for maximum enjoyment of your day on the water. You will be using the live bait well to drop lines with baitfish. You can troll, bottom fish, or sight cast using light or heavy tackle. It all depends on what you want to catch. Captain Frank will provide all the rods, reels, live bait, and tackle necessary for a successful trip. You just need to bring snacks and drinks, as well as appropriate clothing. Also, bring a cooler to keep your catch fresh on the drive home. Sunscreen and a hat are always key to staying protected from the sun, but other than that you don't need much to have a blast! Read More

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Stone Harbor Inshore/Nearshore

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $117 / 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 (Tuna/Wahoo/Mahi)

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44 ft 1 - 6 People From $617 / person

Hop on board with Captain Mark for memorable day on the Atlantic! Cape May provides plenty of exciting fishing opportunites with direct access to the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. With Captain Mark you'll get to explore it all while you troll the open waters. On this 10-hour trip, Captain Mark will take you to the nearshore wrecks and reefs or up to 40 miles offshore where you’ll be fishing for exciting species such as Bigeye Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Bonito, King Mackerel, False Albacore, Mahi Mahi, Skipjack Tuna, and Wahoo. To attract these picture-worthy fish you can use a variety of methods, although the focus of this trip is trolling. Trolling trips are great because the boat and the knowledge of your captain take care of half the work for you. You get to sit back, relax, enjoy the sweet sea breeze, and rest your arms while you wait for the reel to start screaming and your work to begin! 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, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Cape May

Mahi/Wahoo - Inshore Troll

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44 ft 1 - 6 People From $333 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Cape May

What are the best fishing charters in Cape May?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 6 trips in Cape May, and the most popular trips in the area are Mahi/Wahoo - Inshore Troll guided by Mark and 16-Hour Canyon (Tuna/Wahoo/Mahi) guided by Mark.

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Another popular city nearby for booking a charter is Stone Harbor.

Looking for kid friendly charters in Cape May? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Cape May.

What types of fishing charters are common in Cape May?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular in Cape May as well as inshore fishing and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Cape May are: 1. weakfish, 2. striped bass, 3. fluke, and 4. bluefish.

The most common fishing techniques in Cape May are artificial lure fishing, jigging, and light tackle fishing but live bait fishing and sight casting are popular as well.

How much do Cape May fishing charters cost?

in Cape May prices can range anywhere from an affordable $150 to $3,000 and up, but the average price for a half day trip in Cape May is $325. The average price for a full day trip in Cape May is $2,133.

What month is best for fishing in Cape May?

The most popular season for fishing in Cape May is summer, and most anglers book their trips 31 days in advance.

Do I need a Cape May fishing license and what are the bag limits in Cape May?

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in Cape May 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 Cape May.

Nearshore and Inshore Fishing from Cape May

You really have two options when fishing Cape May: head up the Delaware Bay or head out to the open ocean. The Delaware Bay is home to some great action in itself. With Cape May situated right at the mouth of the Bay, it is the perfect spot to capture all of the action.

With beautiful blue water and amazing fish habitat, the inshore fishing in Cape May is an angler's dream. Right in the middle of the eastern seaboard, it’s also home to an interesting mix of southern and northern nearshore and inshore species including speckled trout, black drum, weakfish, black seabass, porgy, and tautog. Of course, a trip to this area wouldn't be complete without striped bass.

Striper Fishing Cape May

Striper fishing in Cape May is top-notch and with a variety of fishing styles to use it's sure to be rewarding. Stripers are a hard-fighting and great-tasting fish that can be caught with a variety of tackle. Trolling, casting, jigging, and live bait are all popular and effective depending on the season and what these fish are biting. There are two seasons for these fish with the first being April through may during their spawning migration, and the second is November to December. These fish are the most sought-after inshore game fish in the state and are perfect for your next trip.

Cape May Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Heading offshore and the action is centered around white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, mahi-mahi, and wahoo. The further out you go the better chance you have of hooking up to some quality pelagic fish. Trolling is the most popular approach to getting a bite and you never know whether it will be a few pounds or a few hundred pounds.

Popular Types of Fishing In Cape May

Cape May fishing charters offer a variety of options for anglers of all levels. The most common types of fishing charters in Cape May include inshore, offshore, and back bay fishing. Inshore fishing charters are perfect for those who want to catch flounder, sea bass, and bluefish. Offshore fishing charters are for the more adventurous anglers who want to catch tuna, marlin, and shark. Back bay fishing charters are great for families and beginners who want to catch striped bass, weakfish, and bluefish.

Some of the most common fish to catch in Cape May include striped bass, flounder, sea bass, bluefish, weakfish, tuna, marlin, and shark. Depending on the type of fishing charter you choose, you may also catch other species such as mahi-mahi, wahoo, and swordfish.

When booking a Cape May fishing charter, be sure to ask about the landmarks you'll visit. Many charters will take you to popular spots such as the Cape May Lighthouse and Sunset Beach. These landmarks not only provide a beautiful backdrop for your fishing trip but also offer a chance to explore the history and culture of Cape May.

The Best Places To Fish In Cape May

Cape May, New Jersey is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. With its prime location on the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay, there are plenty of opportunities to catch a variety of fish. Here are some of the best places to fish in Cape May, whether you're looking to cast a line from shore or book a fishing charter:

1. Cape May Point State Park - This park offers excellent surf fishing opportunities for striped bass, bluefish, and more. Fishing charters are also available from the nearby marina.

2. Sunset Beach - This beach is a popular spot for surf fishing, with plenty of flounder, weakfish, and other species to be caught. Fishing charters can also be booked from the nearby marina.

3. Cape May Canal - This man-made canal is a great spot for catching striped bass, bluefish, and other species. Fishing charters are available for those who want to explore the canal's deeper waters.

4. Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area - This secluded beach is a favorite among local anglers for its excellent surf fishing opportunities. Fishing charters can also be booked from nearby marinas.

5. Delaware Bay - This large body of water offers some of the best fishing in Cape May, with a variety of species including striped bass, bluefish, and flounder. Fishing charters are available for those who want to explore the bay's deeper waters.

Other Things To Do In Cape May

While Cape May fishing charters are a popular attraction, there are plenty of other things to do in this charming New Jersey city. Take a stroll through the historic district and admire the Victorian architecture, or visit the Cape May Lighthouse for stunning views of the coast. For a fun family outing, head to the Cape May County Park and Zoo or take a dolphin and whale watching tour. If you're looking for a bit of culture, check out the Cape May Stage or the East Lynne Theater Company for live performances. And of course, no trip to Cape May is complete without a visit to the beach - Higbee Beach and Sunset Beach are both popular choices.

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