Damn Good Topwater Fishing Charters In Raritan Bay

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 topwater fishing trips in Raritan Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Inshore Fishing NY/NJ/NYC guided by Vinnie, 5-6 Hour Trip – Striped Bass guided by Derek, and NY/NJ/NYC Inshore - 25' guided by Vinnie.

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Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for topwater fishing in Raritan Bay as well as flats fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in Raritan Bay are: 1. striped bass, 2. bluefish, 3. bonito, 4. black seabass, and 5. fluke.

Prices for topwater fishing in Raritan Bay can range anywhere from about $700 to $1,032, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in Raritan Bay is $1,020. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in Raritan Bay is $881.

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.

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in Raritan Bay is fall, and most anglers book their trips 69 days in advance.

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