New Jersey offers outstanding saltwater fishing from surf stripers to offshore tuna and marlin. The state also has quality freshwater bass fishing on its lakes and rivers.
Active striper and offshore tournament scene. Freshwater bass tournaments on state lakes.
Raritan Bay for stripers. Hudson Canyon for tuna and marlin. Round Valley for trophy trout. Spruce Run for bass.
Good coastal access. Freshwater access on state-managed waters.
What you can target and when

Best Waters
Delaware River · Sandy Hook · Island Beach

Best Waters
Round Valley · Spruce Run · Mercer County Lake
Lakes, rivers, bays, and coastal fisheries
Premier surf fishing destination for stripers.
Top Species
Best: Spring/Fall





Annual Resident Freshwater: $22.50. Saltwater: Free (registration required).
Annual Non-Resident Freshwater: $34. 7-Day: $19.50.
7-Day non-resident license available.
Free for residents under 16. Free for seniors 70+.
Required for motorized vessels.
Permits required for organized events.
Striped bass: 1 fish daily, 28-inch minimum. 5 bass daily limit freshwater.
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