Fishing Guides in Neptune City, New Jersey

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What's Biting in Neptune City

5 species reported in the Neptune City area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.

Month-by-Month Fishing in Neptune City, NJ

Fishing in Neptune City in January

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

Fishing in Neptune City in February

1 species is active in and around Neptune City in February: Largemouth Bass. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in March

5 species are active in and around Neptune City in March: Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in April

5 species are active in and around Neptune City in April: Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in May

5 species are active in and around Neptune City in May: Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in June

5 species are active in and around Neptune City in June: Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in July

4 species are active in and around Neptune City in July: Smallmouth Bass, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in August

3 species are active in and around Neptune City in August: Smallmouth Bass, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in September

5 species are active in and around Neptune City in September: Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in October

4 species are active in and around Neptune City in October: Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in November

1 species is active in and around Neptune City in November: Largemouth Bass. Book one of Neptune City's 7 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Neptune City in December

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

Fishing in Neptune City

Neptune City, New Jersey offers freshwater fishing with 5 species reported in the area and 7 local guides ready to take you out. The best months to fish are March, April, May, June.

Best Months

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Water Types

freshwater

What You Can Catch in Neptune City

Rainbow Trout

While Neptune City isn't immediately known for trophy rainbow trout, the nearby freshwater streams and ponds offer surprisingly good opportunities, particularly for stocked fish. The Shark River, though tidal in parts, and some of the smaller tributaries that feed into it, can hold rainbows, especially after stocking.

Full rainbow trout guide for Neptune City

Largemouth Bass

For Largemouth Bass near Neptune City, New Jersey, you'll want to explore the waterways of Monmouth County. While not a renowned bass fishing destination, the local ponds and reservoirs offer opportunities for anglers.

Full largemouth bass guide for Neptune City

Smallmouth Bass

While Neptune City itself isn't a smallmouth bass mecca, anglers willing to travel slightly inland can find some action. Focus your efforts on the upper reaches of the Manasquan River.

Full smallmouth bass guide for Neptune City

Northern Pike

Targeting Northern Pike near Neptune City requires venturing a bit inland, as they aren't common in the immediate vicinity. However, the freshwater portions of the Manasquan River, accessible with a short drive west, offer a decent chance at hooking into one.

Full northern pike guide for Neptune City

Fisheries near Neptune City

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

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Types of Fishing in Neptune City

Offshore

1 guides available

Inshore

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