Plan a Fishing Trip to Neptune City, NJ

7 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Neptune City Right Now

Smallmouth Bass
Excellentfreshwater
Casting, Fly Fishing, Jigging
Rainbow Trout
GoodVarious
Largemouth Bass
Goodfreshwater
Spinning, Baitcasting, Fly Fishing
Northern Pike
GoodVarious
Brown Trout
GoodVarious

What to Bring

Check with Neptune City guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For offshore / inshore Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • Light rain jacket

New Jersey Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

Check the current NJ Freshwater Fishing Digest for specific waterbody exceptions.