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Inshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Screaming Drag Surf Fishing

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1 - 8 People From $350
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Cape May

Mahi/Wahoo On The Troll

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44 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,000
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Cape May

16-Hour Canyon (Tuna/Wahoo/Mahi)

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44 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,700
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

New Jersey Inshore Classic

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Stone Harbor Inshore/Nearshore

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Nearshore Fishing Charter in Highlands

6 Hour Trip- Striped Bass

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50 ft 1 - 15 People From $1,050

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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Cape May

12 Hour Trip – Offshore Trip

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,300
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Inshore Fishing Charter in Cape May

Cape May Inshore Trip

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $800
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Old Bridge

Fluke, Sea Bass, Porgies Or Ling

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35 ft 1 - 6 People From $975
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Nearshore Fishing Charter in Highlands

6 Hour Trip- Striped Bass

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50 ft 1 - 15 People From $1,050
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Stone Harbor Inshore/Nearshore

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

New Jersey Inshore Classic

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Inshore Fishing Charter in Highlands

New Jersey On Light Tackle

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Highlands

10-Hour Offshore Special

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,200

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Everything to Know About Booking a New Jersey live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in New Jersey?

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in New Jersey with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 9 live bait fishing trips in New Jersey, and the most popular trips in the area are Screaming Drag Surf Fishing guided by Frank, Mahi/Wahoo on the Troll guided by Mark, and 6 hour trip- Striped Bass guided by Chad.

Our guides in New Jersey are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3720 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are 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.

Looking for kid friendly live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in New Jersey? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in New Jersey.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in New Jersey?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in New Jersey as well as nearshore fishing and inshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in New Jersey are: 1. striped bass, 2. black seabass, 3. fluke, 4. bluefish, and 5. wahoo.

How much do New Jersey live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in New Jersey can range anywhere from about $680 to $2,355, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in New Jersey is $550. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in New Jersey is $1,707.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a live bait fishing charter in New Jersey?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in New Jersey is summer, and most anglers book their trips 21 days in advance.

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

See here for more information on fishing licenses in New Jersey, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in New Jersey. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in New Jersey.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Chad and his crew were incredible, highly communication, well prepared and most importantly, knew where to catch fish. They were super patient with my group when there was an inevitable snag or tangle. Would definitely book with Chad again.

    Matthew S. | August 4, 2024

    Trip: 6 hour trip- Striped Bass

  • ★★★★★
    Great Surf fishing morning with Frank Learned alot and had an amazing time snagging lots of different sea life Very experienced quide with great fishing stories and pictures! Will definitely request Frank again and again Bill Richards

    Bill R. | July 29, 2024

    Trip: Screaming Drag Surf Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent all around

    W.gary L. | August 31, 2022

    Trip: Stone Harbor Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    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. | June 7, 2022

    Trip: Stone Harbor Inshore/Nearshore

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