Fishing Guides in Barnegat Light, New Jersey

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What's Biting in Barnegat Light

8 species reported in the Barnegat Light area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.

Month-by-Month Fishing in Barnegat Light, NJ

Fishing in Barnegat Light in January

January is a slower stretch for fishing around Barnegat Light — see the peak months above for better timing.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in February

February is a slower stretch for fishing around Barnegat Light — see the peak months above for better timing.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in March

3 species are active in and around Barnegat Light in March: Flounder, Tuna, Striped Bass. Book one of Barnegat Light's 4 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in April

8 species are active in and around Barnegat Light in April: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Barnegat Light's 4 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in May

8 species are active in and around Barnegat Light in May: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Barnegat Light's 4 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in June

8 species are active in and around Barnegat Light in June: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Barnegat Light's 4 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in July

7 species are active in and around Barnegat Light in July: Weakfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Barnegat Light's 4 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in August

6 species are active in and around Barnegat Light in August: Weakfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Bluefish. Book one of Barnegat Light's 4 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in September

8 species are active in and around Barnegat Light in September: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Barnegat Light's 4 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in October

5 species are active in and around Barnegat Light in October: Flounder, Tuna, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass. Book one of Barnegat Light's 4 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in November

2 species are active in and around Barnegat Light in November: Tautog, Striped Bass. Book one of Barnegat Light's 4 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Barnegat Light in December

December is a slower stretch for fishing around Barnegat Light — see the peak months above for better timing.

Fishing in Barnegat Light

Barnegat Light, New Jersey offers saltwater, brackish, saltwater fishing with 8 species reported in the area and 4 local guides ready to take you out. The best months to fish are April, May, June, September.

Best Months

AprMayJunSep

Water Types

saltwater, brackishsaltwater

What You Can Catch in Barnegat Light

Striped Bass

Barnegat Light is a premier location for striped bass fishing in New Jersey, particularly during the spring and fall migrations. The proximity to Barnegat Inlet creates strong currents and abundant forage, making it a magnet for stripers.

Full striped bass guide for Barnegat Light

Mahi Mahi

Mahi Mahi in the waters off Barnegat Light are a summertime treat, arriving with the warm Gulf Stream currents. While not as consistent as southern locations, when conditions are right, the fishing can be spectacular.

Full mahi mahi guide for Barnegat Light

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Types of Fishing in Barnegat Light

Inshore

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