Neptune City Fish Species

Common Neptune City Fish Questions


What fish can you catch in the ocean of New Jersey?

In the ocean waters of New Jersey, you can catch a diverse range of fish, including striped bass, bluefin tuna, flounder, black sea bass, and more. When you book a fishing trip with Smokin Reel Charters, you'll have the chance to target these various species, ensuring an exciting and memorable angling experience on the Jersey Shore.


What is the most popular fish in New Jersey?

One of the most popular and sought-after fish in New Jersey is the striped bass, known for its thrilling fights and delicious taste. When you book a fishing trip with Smokin Reel Charters, you can join the ranks of anglers who aim to catch this prized species, adding to the excitement and popularity of the fishing experience in the region.



What is the best bait for fishing in NJ?

The best bait for fishing in New Jersey often depends on the target species, but some popular choices include live or cut bait such as bunker, clams, and squid, as well as artificial lures. Smokin Reel Charters provides expert guidance on bait selection to optimize your chances of success, ensuring you have the right bait for your chosen fishing adventure along the Jersey Shore.



Smokin Reel Charters targets the top Neptune City fish species including Striped Bass (Also Called Striper, Linesider, Rockfish ), Bluefish (Also Called Elf, Tailor, Shad), Atlantic Cod (Also Called Cod, Kil'Din Cod, Cod, Codfish Brick, Strip ), Common Dolphinfish (Also Called Dolphin, Dolphinfish, Common Dolphin, Mahi-Mahi, Dorado, Dourade ), Summer Flounder (Also Called Flounder, Fluke ), Lingcod (Also Called Alaska Ling Cod, Buffalo cod, Cultus cod, Greenling, Blue Cod, Buckethead), Little Tunny (Also Called False Albacore, Albie, Little Tuna, Bonita ), Scup (Also Called Porgy ), Black Sea Bass (Also Called Sea Bass ), Shortfin Mako Shark (Also Called Blue Pointer, Mackerel Shark, Mako, Mako Shark ), Bluefin Tuna (Also Called Atlantic Bluefin Tuna), Yellowfin Tuna (Also Called Ahi). We primarily fish the Atlantic Ocean, Raritan Bay, Belmar, Point Pleasant Beach, Asbury Park, South Amboy, New York/New Jersy Bight.