Fishing Guides in Port Monmouth, New Jersey

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What's Biting in Port Monmouth

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

Month-by-Month Fishing in Port Monmouth, NJ

Fishing in Port Monmouth in January

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

Fishing in Port Monmouth in February

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

Fishing in Port Monmouth in March

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

Fishing in Port Monmouth in April

8 species are active in and around Port Monmouth in April: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Port Monmouth's 3 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Port Monmouth in May

8 species are active in and around Port Monmouth in May: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Port Monmouth's 3 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Port Monmouth in June

8 species are active in and around Port Monmouth in June: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Port Monmouth's 3 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Port Monmouth in July

7 species are active in and around Port Monmouth in July: Weakfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Port Monmouth's 3 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Port Monmouth in August

6 species are active in and around Port Monmouth in August: Weakfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Bluefish. Book one of Port Monmouth's 3 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Port Monmouth in September

8 species are active in and around Port Monmouth in September: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Port Monmouth's 3 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Port Monmouth in October

5 species are active in and around Port Monmouth in October: Flounder, Tuna, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass. Book one of Port Monmouth's 3 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Port Monmouth in November

2 species are active in and around Port Monmouth in November: Tautog, Striped Bass. Book one of Port Monmouth's 3 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Port Monmouth in December

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

Fishing in Port Monmouth

Port Monmouth, New Jersey offers saltwater, brackish, saltwater fishing with 8 species reported in the area and 3 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 Port Monmouth

Striped Bass

Port Monmouth offers excellent access to Raritan Bay, a prime location for targeting striped bass. The bay is known for its productive structure and abundant forage, making it a striper haven, especially during the spring and fall migrations.

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Mahi Mahi

Although not a primary Mahi destination, it's possible to encounter them off Port Monmouth, NJ, under the right conditions. The key is finding warm, clean water pushed in close to shore by favorable currents.

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Fisheries near Port Monmouth

The waters local charters actually fish — each page lists guides, access towns, and top species.

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Types of Fishing in Port Monmouth

Freshwater

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