Cliffside Park, NJ Fishing Trip — April

Your Cliffside Park, NJ Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 45°F3" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

5 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various

April Weather in Cliffside Park

62°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
3"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

96 Guides Near Cliffside Park

No guides are based in Cliffside Park, but these guides operate nearby.

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide 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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

New Jersey Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$22.50
Non-Resident$34
Requirements

Required for ages 16-69. Trout stamp additional. Separate saltwater registry (free).

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Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Check the current NJ Freshwater Fishing Digest for specific waterbody exceptions, including catch and release areas.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum

More restrictive regulations may apply to Wild Trout Streams and Trout Conservation Areas; consult the current NJ Freshwater Fishing Digest.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

No specific notes.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum

Check the NJ Fish and Wildlife Digest for specific regulations on trout-stocked waters, including seasonal closures and gear restrictions. Some waters are designated as 'Trout Conservation Areas' with specific rules.

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