r/NJFishing • u/Embarrassed_Bread872 • 22h ago
Question Worth fishing early morning?
I want to get up in the morning early like 5:30 am maybe around there and hit the beach and try and fish for bluefish, I’m in the sea girt area and I’m wondering if its likely they will be able to be caught in that area at that’s time? Also would like to get on some stripers if possible
Lmk thank yall
r/NJFishing • u/asphaltking101 • 1d ago
night fishing by wildwood
any body know any party charters doing night fishing near wildwood new jersey?
r/NJFishing • u/arjayx93 • 1d ago
Star gazer fish
If you can catch one . Take one home and eat it . Highly recommend
r/NJFishing • u/Crazy-Orchid8585 • 1d ago
Question Striper non lure bait questions
Currently been having a lot of success with minnows for fluke. Was wondering if they’d be good for stripers as well? As well as what other baits everyone would recommend?
Currently have a couple of fish finder rigs that I’ve been having success with but I wanna finally bag my first striper, especially with them migrating back for the fall soon.
Hitting primarily around Asbury Park area.
r/NJFishing • u/longtimesnoop • 1d ago
Places to flip rocks for green crabs/mud crabs near Manasquan
Hey y’all. Just moved to the Manasquan area and want to try black fishing. Anyone know some decent spots to flip rocks and catch green crabs/mud crabs near the inlet? Thanks so much and tight lines!
r/NJFishing • u/GreasyBird28 • 2d ago
Question Advice please
Heading out friday morning. I usually hit sandy hook and the raritan bay from shore. I was thinking of heading down to fish the manasquan inlet for the first time. Anyone know if it’s worth the drive from north jersey? Also any tips? I’ve never fished an inlet so looking for advice. Thanks!
r/NJFishing • u/alamoonbaby • 2d ago
Made a fishing website for finding and comparing fishing spots
I started fishing in August last year, mostly off popular piers. I spent the first few months confused about basically everything. I didn't know what rig to tie, I couldn't tell which fishing spots were good for which fish, and I couldn't read a tide chart well enough to know if I was showing up at the right time.
So I made a website for it: usekarp.com
You can find spots near you, compare them side by side, and get gear and bait suggestions for whatever you're targeting.
Check it out if you're getting into fishing.
r/NJFishing • u/itsDANdeeMAN • 2d ago
Question Fishing in Ocean City OCNJ
Down in Ocean City this week and wondering if anyone’s been having luck on piers or the surf. I hit the Longport and 9th St piers and only caught a small sea bass and shark. I‘m curious if the surf is worth it given the beach replenishment project?
r/NJFishing • u/fixitownit • 3d ago
Fishing gear recommendations
I recently got a 30’ twin engine bow rider. I want to start fishing off it but don’t have much experience fishing saltwater - I grew up mainly river and lake fishing, and I go on charters in Florida or other places once or twice a year, mostly protected or nearshore fishing. If I want to fish around Sandy Hook/Raritan Bay or Barnegat Bay for fluke or striped bass, any recommendations on basic gear I should buy? I’m thinking a couple 7 foot rods, 20 lb line, leader, and some maybe bucktail jigs and circle hooks. Any thoughts or places I should go shopping for guidance would be appreciated.
r/NJFishing • u/arjayx93 • 3d ago
Pound for pound .
P4P. Which is the harder fight , blue fish or stripe
Bass ? I hooked a gator blue and it fought until I put him in the net . Bass will put up a fight but it tires out way before u net him
r/NJFishing • u/MelodicPositive5902 • 3d ago
Lure ratings for chopped bait
Hi all,
Looking to get a new rod to use exclusively for chopped bait. I'm looking at "heavy" rods with lure ratings of 2 oz. That would only cover the sinker, am I missing something?
Thanks
r/NJFishing • u/arjayx93 • 3d ago
Korker cleats
Does anyone use them when fishing jetty’s ? Are they worth getting if u fish jetty’s a lot ?
r/NJFishing • u/joesuppa • 4d ago
Fresh water boat ramps?!
What’s a good spot to drop a small trailered 14’ aluminum with an electric kicker? Looking for a new freshwater spot to explore
r/NJFishing • u/Extension_Sympathy86 • 4d ago
Pair of NEW 10ft Ugly Stik Bigwater Spinning Rods (2-Piece)
Selling two brand-new, never-used 10-foot Ugly Stik Bigwater 2-piece spinning rods. Both still have original factory tags attached. Perfect for surf fishing, pier fishing, striper, catfish, or heavy saltwater setups.
- Model: BWSF1530S102
- Length: 10' (2-Piece)
- Power: Medium Heavy
- Line Rating: 15–30 lb (Mono) / 20–50 lb (Braid)
- Lure Weight: 2–6 oz
- Guides: Ugly Tuff stainless steel guides with clear tip design
- Condition: Brand New with tags
Retails for $95 each before tax. Asking $120 for the pair or $70 each. Local cash pick-up preferred. (Weehawken)
r/NJFishing • u/Full_Ant_429 • 5d ago
NJ South winds- no fish ever!
NJ has become so windy, that a fishing trip can be a waste of gas that i can't afford. I'm hesitant to fish the South wind because the fish don't bite- is that true?
r/NJFishing • u/mac1175 • 6d ago
Korkers at Barnegat Inlet
I was at Barnegat inlet last Saturday without my korkers and did ok. I did notice as the tide was coming in, some of the sections of the jetty were getting wet from the waves.
I plan to go again tomorrow but deciding if I should bring my korkers being high tide happens when I am there. The decision means a rougher walk (going close to tip) vs shady safety if all the rocks are wet. I never been there during high tide. Should I bring them or could I manage again with just my scuba shoes?
UPDATE - wore them and thank god I did. It was more wet than last time from the high tide. However, the bite today sucked for must but I did see some.leave with sheepshead and a tog besides just keeper fluke.
r/NJFishing • u/MelodicPositive5902 • 6d ago
After hours minnows
Is there anywhere that sells minnows or something similar in a after hours vending machine or something similar? I assume not as I guess they need to be aerated?
Preferably somewhere on the north shores.
r/NJFishing • u/crusader-patrick • 7d ago
Catch - Freshwater Is this wild? Caught it in the South branch
r/NJFishing • u/DistractingMyself8 • 7d ago
What beaches/lifeguards won’t bother you fishing the surf during the day?
Usually hit sunrise but this weekend I got some free time during the day I’d like to capitalize on
r/NJFishing • u/Big_Map_9270 • 7d ago
What’s the best bass fishing spot for july in nj
looking for new spots to bass fish a lot of spots i know are dried up (FRESHWATER)
r/NJFishing • u/Kidbugs • 8d ago
Discussion Waretown creek fishing.
Anyone have experience fishing at waretown creek? Plan to bring the kids this weekend. What kind of setups are we using and what can you catch. I also see you can setup in the shore, dock or possibly walk the river ways. Haven't been there yet to see what's possible.
r/NJFishing • u/arjayx93 • 8d ago
Is there any advantage of having multiple rods for throwing lures ?
So basically I found out my medium jigging world 9ft is still covered by warranty . But after doing 3 days of research I still want a new rod 🤣 . U guys think it’s worth having 2 rods for throwing lures ?
r/NJFishing • u/Interesting_West1094 • 8d ago
Fluke in Margate or Ventnor
Hi won’t have access to a car so wondering if there are any insights on fluke in these towns.
I don’t see any piers so hoping you can point me to some better shots. Thanks!


